Iowa State Cyclones Dominate at James H. Hilton Coliseum Against Jaguars
The Iowa State Cyclones delivered a commanding performance at the James H. Hilton Coliseum, outscoring the Jaguars with a final score of 88-39. The Cyclones now stand with an unblemished record, while the Jaguars are left to reflect on their defeat.
From the onset, the home team set a vigorous pace, ending the first half with a comfortable lead of 45-22 and maintaining their dominance throughout the second half by adding another 43 points to their tally. The Cyclones' offense was in full swing as they shot an impressive 52 percent from the field and an exceptional 61 percent from two-point range. Their defensive efforts were equally notable, limiting their opponents to a mere 33 percent shooting from the field and just over 15 percent from beyond the arc.
The Cyclones showcased remarkable teamwork with a total of 20 assists contributing to their offensive success. Their defense was relentless, accumulating an impressive count of 15 steals which played a crucial role in securing points off turnovers; they capitalized on these opportunities by scoring 31 points following turnovers by the Jaguars.
On individual performances, Iowa State's players demonstrated efficiency across both ends of the court. They dominated inside with an overwhelming presence that resulted in scoring half-century points in paint while also securing rebounds aggressively – grabbing total rebounds numbering at forty-one compared to twenty-five for IUPUI.
Furthermore, free throws were another area where Iowa State excelled; they made eighteen out of twenty-three attempts which translated into a high free throw percentage of approximately seventy-eight percent. This proficiency at drawing fouls and converting free throws added pressure on IUPUI who could only manage fifty-six percent accuracy from their sixteen attempts.
The next game for Iowa State is scheduled against North Carolina A&T Aggies at James H. Hilton Coliseum on November thirteen at one PM Central Time (CT). Fans eager to support can catch live action broadcasted over ESPN+ internet network as Iowa State looks forward to continuing its winning streak before its supportive home crowd.