BYU (23-8) vs Iowa State (24-8)
Game Info: Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:30 pm (T-Mobile Center)
Betting Odds: BYU +2.5 -- Over/Under: 147.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN2
In this article, we will formulate an Iowa State vs BYU prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, March 13th at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Iowa State Cyclones Betting Preview
The Iowa State Cyclones are 24-8 (13-7) this season after they defeated Cincinnati by a score of 76-56 in their last game. Iowa State led 33-24 at halftime and added 43 points in the second half in the win. The Cyclones shot 53.7% from the field, 47.6% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Joshua Jefferson led Iowa State with 19 points and eight rebounds, while Tamin Lipsey added 16 points and three assists in the game.
Prior to that win, the Cyclones defeated Kansas State by a score of 73-57 but did lose to BYU by a score of 88-85 before that. Iowa State has won three of their last four games and they finished fifth in the Big 12 standings with a 13-7 record. Iowa State has scored 80.1 points per game and they have allowed 67.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.5 rebounds and 15.0 assists per game this season. Curtis Jones is averaging 17.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Keshon Gilbert is averaging 13.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game this year. Iowa State is shooting 47.5% from the field, 75.7% on free throws, and 35.1% on three-pointers this season.
BYU Cougars Betting Preview
The BYU Cougars are 23-8 (14-6) this year after they defeated Utah by a score of 85-74 in their last game. BYU led 34-30 at halftime and they scored 51 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Cougars shot 47.5% from the field, 28.6% on three-pointers, and 73.1% on free throws in the game. Dawson Baker led BYU with 15 points and one rebound, while Richie Saunders added 14 points and five rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Cougars defeated Iowa State by a score of 88-85 and West Virginia by a score of 77-56. BYU has won eight games in a row and they finished tied for third in the Big 12 standings with a 14-6 record. BYU has scored 81.4 points per game and they have allowed 70.3 points per game, while also averaging 37.5 rebounds and 17.2 assists per game this season. Richie Saunders is averaging 16.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game, while Egor Demin is averaging 10.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game this year. BYU is shooting 48.6% from the field, 69.1% on free throws, and 37.3% on three-pointers this season.
Why BYU will beat Iowa State
- BYU has won each of its last eight games against the Big 12 Conference.
Matchup/League Facts
- BYU ranks 13th among Division 1 teams for assists per game this season (17.2).
- BYU ranks 16th among Division 1 teams for true shooting percentage this season (60.1%).
- Iowa State ranks 12th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (17.6).
- Iowa State ranks 15th among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+12.6).
Iowa State vs BYU Prediction
Iowa State comes into this matchup after dominating Cincinnati in the second half on Wednesday, but they are dealing with some injuries that occurred in that game. BYU is one of the hottest teams in the Big 12 right now, as they have won eight games in a row and they have scored at least 85 points in four of their last five games. The Cougars just beat Iowa State in double overtime by a score of 88-85 and they are the slightly better shooting team in this matchup. If Iowa State was healthy, I would love them in this matchup with their tough defense, but I am going to fade them with the injuries. Take BYU with the points in this contest.
David’s Pick BYU +2.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
