West Virginia Mountaineers Overcome Iowa State Cyclones in a Fierce Battle at WVU Coliseum

The West Virginia Mountaineers secured a victory against the Iowa State Cyclones with a final score of 64-57. This win brings the Mountaineers' season record to an impressive standing, while the Cyclones faced another setback, adjusting their record accordingly. The game, held at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown, was witnessed by 14,444 fans who saw the home team fight hard to maintain their lead and ultimately emerge victorious.

Mountaineers' Strategic Play

The West Virginia Mountaineers showcased a robust defensive strategy that led to them accumulating 14 steals and blocking three shots throughout the game. Their offense was equally impressive with nine assists that facilitated scoring opportunities. The team's efficiency rating stood at 71, highlighting their effective play on both ends of the court.

Javon Small emerged as a standout player for the Mountaineers, contributing significantly with 27 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and four steals. His performance was pivotal in securing this win for his team. Amani Hansberry also made notable contributions with 12 points and six rebounds.

Cyclones' Efforts Fall Short

Despite trailing behind in efficiency with a rating of 49 and managing only four assists throughout the game, the Iowa State Cyclones demonstrated resilience. They led by as much as seven points during the match but struggled to maintain momentum against West Virginia's defense. The Cyclones managed to block only one shot and recorded four steals compared to West Virginia's more aggressive defensive play.

Their efforts were led by players who fought hard in paint scoring 40 points but were hindered by turnovers which amounted to fourteen instances where they lost possession of the ball.

Looking Ahead

The next challenge for West Virginia will be against Arizona State Sun Devils scheduled on January 21st at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown. Fans can catch this upcoming game live on CBS Sports Network at 9:00 PM EDT.

This victory over Iowa State not only adds another win to West Virginia's record but also boosts morale as they prepare for future games in this season’s lineup. As we continue following their journey through this season, it will be interesting to see how they build upon this success.

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