Iowa State Cyclones Dominate at James H. Hilton Coliseum Against Green Bay Phoenix
In a commanding display of basketball, the Iowa State Cyclones outplayed the Green Bay Phoenix with a final score of 85-44. The Cyclones' season record now stands at an impressive 1-0, while the Phoenix fall to 0-1.
The game, held at James H. Hilton Coliseum in Ames, showcased the Cyclones' offensive strength and defensive tenacity. The home team's field goal percentage was a solid 47 percent from an attempt of 66 shots, significantly higher than their opponents' 28 percent from 46 attempts. From beyond the arc, they shot an impressive 44 percent compared to the Phoenix's lower rate of just over half that figure.
The Iowa State team also excelled in rebounding with a total of 44 rebounds; their offensive efforts were particularly notable as they grabbed 15 offensive boards leading to second-chance points totaling up to an outstanding number of 21. On defense, they secured another significant number – this time it was defensive rebounds with a count of 28.
Assists were another area where Iowa State shone brightly; distributing the ball effectively resulted in them accumulating twice as many assists as their opponents – tallying up to a total of sixteen assists throughout the game.
Steals and points off turnovers were also areas where Iowa State excelled; they managed ten steals which contributed to them scoring twenty-seven points off turnovers - showcasing their ability to capitalize on their opponent’s mistakes.
On individual performances for Iowa State, foul trouble did lead one player being fouled out but this did not dampen their overall performance or impact on the game.
Looking ahead for fans eager for more action from their beloved team: The next challenge for Iowa State will be against Lindenwood Lions at James H. Hilton Coliseum on November ninth at eight PM local time (Central Time). This encounter can be caught live by fans through ESPN+ internet broadcast network.