The Iowa State Cyclones will hit the floor running against the away Iowa Hawkeyes Thursday, looking to improve their record and boost betting bankrolls by covering the point spread in the process.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Iowa Hawkeyes were listed as 5-point underdogs at many online sportsbooks, including the odds makers at Sportsbook.
Iowa Hawkeyes vs Iowa State Cyclones Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Iowa Hawkeyes will look to cover the spread vs the Iowa State Cyclones on Thursday, as the Hawkeyes are 1-4-1 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Cyclones are 2-5 ATS. Iowa is 2-4 against the total, while Iowa State is 3-4 versus the total betting line.
The Power Rankings at Odds Shark show No. 156-rated Iowa Hawkeyes taking on the No. 81-rated Iowa State Cyclones in this contest.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Iowa State's No. 160-ranked offense, averaging 74 PPG, against a Hawkeyes defense that ranks No. 178 at 74 PPG. The Cyclones field goal percentage has averaged 44.38% so far, less than the Hawkeyes marksmen have achieved on the year, 47.86% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Iowa suffered a 77-64 loss against Indiana on Monday, getting 16 points from Brady Ellingson in a losing effort at Branch McCracken Court at Assembly Hall.
Iowa State got 28 points from Lindell Wigginton en route to a 94-80 victory over Northern Illinois on Monday at Hilton Coliseum.
Next Betting Matchups
Iowa home to Southern, Sunday, December 10th
Iowa State at Alcorn State, Sunday, December 10th