Iowa State Cyclones Set to Host IUPUI Jaguars at James H. Hilton Coliseum
As the Iowa State Cyclones prepare to welcome the IUPUI Jaguars to the James H. Hilton Coliseum, fans are eager for a glimpse of what this season might hold for their team. The Cyclones, coming off a previous season where they played 35 games with mixed results, will be looking to start strong.
Last season's analytics show that Iowa State had an overall field goal percentage of 43 and a free throw percentage of 68. Their true shooting percentage stood at 52, which combines two-point field goals, three-point field goals, and free throws into one percentage that gives a true indication of how efficiently a team is scoring points.
From beyond the arc, they shot at 31 percent while their two-point attempts were more successful with a conversion rate of 50 percent. These numbers suggest that while there is room for improvement in long-range shooting, they have been fairly reliable closer to the basket.
Defensively speaking, Iowa State averaged over eight steals per game last season – an indicator of their ability to disrupt opponents' play and create turnover opportunities. However, they also committed an average of over 18 personal fouls per game which could be an area for them to tighten up on defense without giving away too many free-throw opportunities.
On average per game last year, Iowa State tallied nearly 66 points with about 15 assists and just over 29 rebounds. Their defensive efforts were bolstered by averaging over three blocks per game as well.
The venue itself could play into the Cyclones' hands; playing at home in Ames has historically provided them with solid support from local fans which can often translate into added energy on court.
As we look ahead to this matchup against IUPUI Jaguars scheduled on November 8th at James H. Hilton Coliseum in Ames IA starting from midnight local time (1:00 AM UTC), fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+. This early-season encounter will be crucial for setting the tone for Iowa State's campaign and giving new players valuable court time as they integrate into the team's dynamics.