Iowa State (14-1) vs Kansas (12-3)
Game Info: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:00 pm (Hilton Coliseum)
The Line: Betting Odds: Iowa State -6 — Over/Under: 144
In this article, we will formulate a Kansas vs Iowa State prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 15th at the Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Kansas Jayhawks Betting Preview
The Kansas Jayhawks are 12-3 (3-1) this year after they defeated Cincinnati by a score of 54-40 in their last game. Kansas trailed 25-24 at halftime, but they held Cincinnati to just 15 points in the second half in the win. The Jayhawks shot 35.3% from the field, 9.5% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Hunter Dickinson led Kansas with 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Zeke Mayo added nine points and six rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Jayhawks defeated Arizona State by a score of 74-55 and UCF by a score of 99-48. Kansas has won five of their last six games and their three losses were against West Virginia, Missouri, and Creighton. Kansas has scored 77.3 points per game and they have allowed 62.1 points per game, while also averaging 39.9 rebounds and 18.3 assists per game this year. Hunter Dickinson is averaging 15.8 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while Zeke Mayo is averaging 14.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game this season. Kansas is shooting 47.8% from the field, 75.3% on free throws, and 33.1% on three-pointers this year.
Iowa State Cyclones Betting Preview
The Iowa State Cyclones are 14-1 (4-0) this season after they defeated Texas Tech in overtime by a score of 85-84 in their last game. Iowa State trailed 40-34 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, where they got the one-point win. The Cyclones shot 52.5% from the field, 35.3% on three-pointers, and 70.8% on free throws in the game. Curtis Jones led Iowa State with 26 points and two steals, while Joshua Jefferson added 17 points and eight rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Cyclones defeated Utah by a score of 82-59 and Baylor by a score of 74-55. Iowa State has won 11 games in a row and they are tied at the top of the Big 12 standings. Iowa State has scored 86.2 points per game and they have allowed 65.9 points per game, while also averaging 36.9 rebounds and 16.7 assists per game this season. Curtis Jones is averaging 17.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game, while Keshon Gilbert is averaging 16.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game this year. Iowa State is shooting 50.1% from the field, 75% on free throws, and 34.7% on three-pointers this season.
Why Iowa State will beat Kansas
- Iowa State has won each of its last 14 night games at James H. Hilton Coliseum.
- Kansas has lost three of its last four road night games against the Big 12 Conference.
- Kansas has lost the first half in five of its last six road games against the Big 12 Conference.
Why Kansas will beat Iowa State
- Kansas has won 11 of its last 12 night games against Iowa State.
- Iowa State has lost three of its last four night games after coming off overtime.
Total Points Facts
- Ten of Iowa State’s last 11 night games against the Big 12 Conference have produced a total of 141 or fewer points.
- Each of Kansas’ last seven Wednesday games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 141 or fewer points.
Kansas vs Iowa State Prediction
Iowa State comes into this matchup undefeated in conference play and they only have one loss on the season, which came against Auburn by two points. The Cyclones have been dominant to start this season and they will have the home-court advantage here. Iowa State is shooting over 50% from the field and they are scoring 86.2 points per game this year. Kansas has won three games in a row, but they have really struggled in the first half in three of their last four games. The Jayhawks have an above-average offensive attack, but their defense has been great, allowing just 62.1 points per game. I think the only chance Kansas has in this matchup is if they can slow the pace down and keep it low-scoring, so I like the under in this contest.