Iowa State Cyclones vs. Iowa Hawkeyes 12/12/24 – Iowa State Cyclones (7-1) will compete against Iowa Hawkeyes (7-2) in an inter-state rivalry on Thursday which is pretty much highly anticipated. Make your way to Hawkeyes Carver Hawkeye Arena. This clash is about to begin on Thursday at 7:30 PM ET and needless to say, this is more than likely going to be a showcasing of Hawkeyes strength at this venue. In case fans want to watch the game live, it is available on FS1.
Iowa State Cyclones vs. Iowa Hawkeyes 12/12/24
| When: | Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET |
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| Where: | Carver-Hawkeye Arena |
| TV: | FS1 |
| Stream: | SofaScore |
| Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Cyclones | -5.5 (-115) | 160 over (-115) | -225 |  |
| Hawkeyes | +5.5 (-105) | 160 under (-105) | +185 | |
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Based on the provided spread of -5.5 and money lines of -225, it is no surprise that most people are looking up to the Cyclones to win this game. The over is suggested by examining the previous match’s scores, which clearly gives evidence that Bastion registered high scores as remarkable performances in the past games.
Keshon Gilbert (Guard) vs. Owen Freeman (Forward)
Keshon Gilbert has been nothing but phenomenal for the Cyclones with impressive averages of 17.4 points per game while shooting 54.3% from the floor. His 5.5 assists per game also indicate that he is a crucial part of the offense system in Iowa State. However, on the average, he also commits 2.1 turnovers per game which is a potential weakness that can be used against him.
On the contrary, Owen Freeman has made a name for himself with the Hawkeyes basketball squad by averaging 16.8 points and 7 rebounds per game which is an impressive performance so far. Freeman is not only an offensive asset as he averaged 1.6 blocks per game which greatly helped Iowa defensively. With a subpar average free throw percentage of 53.6%, this could be an area of concern in close games.
The outcome of the Gilbert and Freeman duel will see Iowa St. artistry measure against Iowa’s stout defense. The halfcourt battle would be determined by Gilbert’s quickness and footwork, niching up against Freeman’s height and shot-blocking. This is not merely a contest of skills but more of a strategic gameplay which could very well determine the fierce rivalry these two teams have
Cyclones’ Tactical Edge: A Closer Look
Iowa State has had some good showings such as their 100-58 against Jackson State and their victory against Marquette which ended 81-70. The team is somehow scoring an average of 87.8 points and is being helped by a strong defensive unit that is spearheaded by Gilbert and others. These last games solidify their preparedness to face strong teams which makes this matchup quite interesting as they surely are a great threat.
Hawkeyes’ Home Court Advantage
The most recent Iowa game saw them fall short of a victory against Michigan with a score of 83 to 85. Nonetheless, their 80 to 79 victory over Northwestern displays in even more detail how persistent they are, considering how close of a match it was. Being at their home grounds, where they’ve gone seven games without losing, adds to their mental advantages. They do seem ready enough in terms of orientation and encouraging high-scoring offense and reliable defense, placing them well-positioned to take advantage of their home.
Trends
Iowa State Cyclones Betting Trends
Iowa State are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Iowa State’s last 5 games.
Iowa State are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games.
Iowa State are 3-8-1 ATS in their last 12 games against Iowa.
Iowa State are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games against Iowa.
Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Trends
Iowa are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone OVER in 11 of Iowa’s last 16 games.
Iowa are 7-2 SU in their last 9 games.
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Iowa’s last 16 games against Iowa State.
Iowa are 7-0 SU in their last 7 games at home.
Iowa State Cyclones vs. Iowa Hawkeyes Betting Prediction
In terms of match form and averages, Iowa State does have the advantage in offense and wins however cannot discount Iowa’s defensive statistics and home ground superiority. It’s my hunch that it will be a nail-biting contest with Iowa State perhaps winning, but possibly failing to cover the spread which would mean that Iowa +5.5 is a great option to consider. With Iowa looking at how both teams tend to play, the total points going over 160 is also possible.
From a betting perspective, it seems plausible to expect that Iowa will provide a covering spread at home. For those who are more adventurous, the points over total for the game would make a great bet. This game is expected to be full of energy, with both teams playing at their highest, and it is highly likely that each team will turn up.
Score Prediction: Iowa State 83, Iowa 79
