Can the Cyclones Maintain Momentum After Outpacing the Horned Frogs?
In a display of competitive spirit at James H. Hilton Coliseum, the Iowa State Cyclones emerged victorious with a 71-59 triumph over the Horned Frogs. The Cyclones' season record now stands at an impressive 14-0, while their opponents have yet to secure a rank this season.
The home team's performance was marked by efficient shooting and effective defense. The Cyclones shot an impressive 50 percent from the field and were even more accurate from within the arc, hitting 55 percent of their two-point attempts. From beyond the three-point line, they managed to convert 42 percent of their shots into points.
Defensively, Iowa State outshined with six blocks compared to TCU's three and also recorded five steals during the game. Their defensive efforts limited TCU to just 44 percent shooting from the field and a mere 29 percent from three-point territory.
The Cyclones also demonstrated superior ball handling and playmaking abilities with twenty assists leading to scores, reflecting a strong team dynamic on offense. This was complemented by an assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.0, indicating careful possession control against TCU's ratio of 1.67.
On rebounds, though TCU collected more total rebounds with thirty against twenty-five for Iowa State, it was in points off turnovers where both teams were evenly matched at twelve each – showcasing how critical maintaining possession was in this encounter.
Iowa State capitalized on free throws as well; they made fifteen out of eighteen attempts which accounted for an outstanding eighty-three percent success rate at the charity stripe – significantly higher than TCU's fifty percent.
The crowd at James H. Hilton Coliseum witnessed not only a win but also a cohesive unit that worked together seamlessly to secure another victory for their undefeated record this season.
Looking ahead, fans can catch Iowa State Cyclones next as they visit Cincinnati Bearcats at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati on February 13th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2 channel two hundred nine for those who wish to follow along as ISU continues its campaign through this exciting basketball season.