| MATCHUP | Tennessee Volunteers | Iowa State Cyclones |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 24-11 | 29-7 |
| Spread | +3.5 -105 | -3.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | +154 | -185 |
| Total | Over 140.5 (-105) | Under 140.5 (-115) |
| Where | Iowa State Stadium | |
| When | Friday, March 27, 2026 | |
| Time | 10:10 PM EDT | |
| TV | TBS | |
Iowa State Cyclones Betting Preview
The Iowa State Cyclones enter Friday’s contest with a 29–7 win‑loss record, including a 12–6 mark in conference play and a 5-5 record on the road. The Cyclones have compiled wins over Texas Tech, Mississippi State, Arizona State, St. John’s, Utah, Houston, Syracuse and Purdue, while dropping recent games to Arizona, TCU, Cincinnati and the Oklahoma State Cowboys.More recently, in the Iowa State Cyclones dominant 82-63 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats four days ago, Iowa State guard Tamin Lipskey tallied 26 points (8 of 15 shooting from the field: 3 of 6 shooting from three-point range), 3 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals illustrating his ability to lead the Cyclones backcourt.
The Iowa State Cyclones average 82.5 points (31st in nation) on 49 percent shooting from the field (17th in country) and 38.7 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. Shifting our attention to the defensive side of the basketball, the Cyclones are allowing opponents 65.3 points per game which ranks ninth in the nation.
Junior forward Milan Momcilovic leads the Iowa State Cyclones averaging 17.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal per game. Senior forward Joshua Jefferson adds 17.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.7 steals per contest, while senior guard Tamin Lipsey contributes 16.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 5.7 assists per contest.
*It should also be noted that Joshua Jefferson is likely out for this game due to injury.
Tennessee Volunteers Betting Preview
The Tennessee Volunteers enter Friday evening’s contest with a 24–11 record, including an 11–7 mark in conference play and a 5–5 record on the road. The Volunteers have amassed wins over Auburn, South Carolina, Houston, Georgia and the North Florida Ospreys, while dropping games to Arkansas, Illinois, and the Kansas Jayhawks.Earlier this season, in the Tennessee Volunteers loss to the Arkansas Razorbacks, Tennessee guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie accumulated 14 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals showcasing his ability to perform at a high level.
Tennessee is averaging 79.4 points on 46.5 percent shooting from the field and 34 percent from three‑point range per game. Defensively, the Volunteers are allowing opponents 69.1 points per game which ranks 48th in the country.
Sophomore guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie leads the Tennessee Volunteers with 18.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 2.1 steals per game, while forward Nate Ament contributes 16.9 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1 steal per contest. Senior forward J.P. Estrella provides interior presence averaging 10.2 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1 assist per game.
Why the Iowa State Cyclones Will Win
• Elite offense. The Iowa State Cyclones average 82.5 points (31st in nation) on 49 percent shooting from the field (17th in country) and 38.7 percent shooting from three‑point range per game.• Balanced roster. Momcilovic, Jefferson, and Lipsey provide scoring, rebounding, and playmaking ability.
• Momentum. Iowa State enters tomorrow’s contest fresh off an upset win over the Florida Gators.
• Quality defense. The Iowa State Cyclones are allowing opponents just 65.3 points per game which ranks ninth in the nation.
Why the Tennessee Volunteers Will Win
• Guard play. Sophomore guard Ja’Kobi Gillespie leads the Tennessee Volunteers with 18.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 2.1 steals per game• Defensive stability. Tennessee allows just 69.1 points per game which ranks 48th in the nation.
• Balanced roster. Gillespie, Ament and Aidoo give Tennessee scoring, rebounding and rim protection across all levels.