BYU Cougars Set to Host Iowa State Cyclones at Marriott Center in Provo
As the Brigham Young University Cougars prepare to face off against the Iowa State Cyclones at the Marriott Center, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Cougars have been showcasing an impressive performance on their home court, with recent games indicating a strong upward trend.
In their last three outings at the Marriott Center, BYU has dominated their opponents with convincing victories. Their most recent game against Bellarmine Knights ended in a staggering 101-59 win, where they demonstrated exceptional shooting accuracy with field goal percentages of 58 and an astounding 80 percent from two-point range. The team also excelled beyond the arc, hitting 41 percent of their three-point attempts.
The game prior saw BYU defeat Georgia State Panthers by a score of 86-54. Once again, they exhibited solid shooting from both inside and outside the paint with field goal percentages of nearly 46 and over half from two-point range. Their defense was equally impressive, forcing 16 turnovers while only committing four themselves.
Against Denver Pioneers earlier in December, BYU continued its winning streak with a scoreline of 90-74. They maintained a field goal percentage of exactly half while converting over two-thirds from close range and almost one-third from three-point territory.
The common thread in these victories has been BYU's ability to control rebounds and capitalize on turnovers. With an average rebound count well above their opponents' and points off turnovers consistently higher than those conceded, they've managed to maintain momentum throughout each game.
Looking ahead to the match-up against Iowa State Cyclones at Marriott Center – known for its vibrant atmosphere that often gives home teams an edge – fans should expect BYU's high-scoring offense to continue its dominance if current trends hold true.
Mark your calendars for January 17th when this exciting game is scheduled to tip-off at midnight Mountain Time (2:00 AM Eastern Time). Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ as both teams battle it out on this iconic venue's hardwood floor.