Iowa State Cyclones Set to Battle Pittsburgh Panthers at Greensboro Coliseum
As the Iowa State Cyclones prepare to face off against the Pittsburgh Panthers at the Greensboro Coliseum, fans are anticipating a game that will showcase the strengths and challenges of their team. The Cyclones, coming from a season where they played 35 games with mixed results, have shown resilience and tactical prowess on the court.
Last season's analytics reveal that Iowa State had an overall field goal percentage of 43, which is a solid foundation for any team looking to dominate offensively. However, their three-point shooting was less impressive at 32 percent. This could be an area where they'll want to improve if they wish to outscore Pittsburgh from beyond the arc.
Free throw accuracy stood at 68 percent – not stellar but certainly not negligible. It's an aspect of play that can tip close games in favor of teams who keep their composure under pressure. With true shooting percentage rounding up at 52 percent and two-point shots made more frequently than threes (50 percent), it's clear that Iowa State may lean towards driving into the paint rather than relying solely on perimeter shooting.
Defensively speaking, with averages like 18 personal fouils per game and steals at approximately nine per game last season, it shows a team willing to engage aggressively but also one that needs to be cautious not to give away too many free scoring opportunities through fouls.
The Cyclones averaged nearly 66 points per game while assisting on almost 15 baskets each outing – indicating a collaborative effort in offense. Rebounding was decent with about 29 boards per game; however, this is another area where there’s room for improvement especially when facing teams with strong inside presence.
With turnovers averaging around 14 per game last season, ball security will be crucial against Pittsburgh Panthers' defense which might look to exploit any carelessness in possession by Iowa State.
As we approach this exciting matchup scheduled for March 17th at Greensboro Coliseum starting from 7:31 PM local time (UTC+0), fans can catch all the action live on truTV channel number 246. The venue itself could play its part; known for its vibrant atmosphere which might just give Cyclones players that extra push needed when playing under pressure in front of what promises to be an electrifying crowd.