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Iowa Hawkeyes Set to Battle Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center

As the Iowa Hawkeyes prepare to face off against the Maryland Terrapins at the Xfinity Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game. The IOWA team is coming off a string of impressive performances, showcasing their dominance on the court with a commanding 98-69 victory over Loyola Chicago Ramblers on December 21st and an even more staggering 104-75 win against Cleveland State Vikings on December 17th.


Mar 4, 2023; Minneapolis, MINN, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Gabbie Marshall (24) reacts to her shot against the Maryland Terrapins during the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

The Hawkeyes have been relentless in their offensive strategy. Their field goal percentage has consistently hovered around the 50 percent mark, which is a testament to their shooting prowess and ability to find high-quality shots. Against Loyola Chicago, they managed an exceptional 60 percent from two-point range and followed that up by sinking nearly two-thirds of their two-point attempts against Cleveland State.


One cannot overlook IOWA's defensive tenacity either. They've been able to convert turnovers into points effectively, scoring 33 points off turnovers in their last home game alone. This kind of pressure will be crucial when they go up against Maryland's squad.


Mar 4, 2023; Minneapolis, MINN, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts to a foul call during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

The Terrapins should not be underestimated though; playing at home always provides a team with an extra layer of confidence. However, given IOWA's recent form and statistical superiority in key areas such as assists turnover ratio (1.4 against Wisconsin Badgers on December 10th), it seems likely that the Hawkeyes will maintain control throughout this upcoming contest.


With such strong momentum behind them, it would not be surprising if IOWA continues its streak of triple-digit scoring games and further cements its status as one of the powerhouses this season.


Mar 4, 2023; Minneapolis, MINN, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard Diamond Miller (1) dribbles while Iowa Hawkeyes guard Gabbie Marshall (24) defends during the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

Fans eager to see whether Iowa can continue its dominant run or if Maryland will rise up as formidable challengers should mark their calendars for February 3rd at 1:00 PM ET when these teams clash at Xfinity Center in College Park. The game won't be broadcasted on traditional networks but rest assured there will be plenty of coverage across social media platforms where fans can follow all the action live.

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