Iowa Hawkeyes Outshine Northwestern Wildcats with Paint Power Play

The Iowa Hawkeyes improved their record to 14-0 with a decisive 67-58 victory over the Northwestern Wildcats, who now stand at 0-14. The game, held at Welsh-Ryan Arena, saw the Hawkeyes dominate in key areas, particularly in points scored in the paint.

First Quarter

The opening quarter set the tone for a competitive match as both teams exchanged leads. The Hawkeyes managed to pull ahead slightly with a score of 13 points compared to the Wildcats' 9. This early advantage was crucial as it allowed Iowa to establish control and dictate the pace of play.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, both teams ramped up their offensive efforts. The Wildcats outscored Iowa by one point, putting up 20 against Iowa's 19. Despite this slight edge for Northwestern, Iowa's defense remained resilient with Layla Hays contributing significantly on rebounds and blocks.

Third Quarter

The third quarter saw an impressive display from Ava Heiden of the Hawkeyes who led her team by scoring consistently and maintaining pressure on Northwestern's defense. Her efforts helped secure an additional 18 points for Iowa while limiting Northwestern to just 15 points during this period.

Fourth Quarter

As tensions mounted in the final quarter, Chazadi Wright stepped up for Iowa with critical assists that facilitated smooth ball movement and effective scoring opportunities. The Hawkeyes added another 17 points while holding Northwestern to just 14 points, sealing their victory.

With this win under their belt, fans can look forward to seeing how they perform against Indiana Hoosiers on January 11th at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington. Tune into BTN at scheduled time of broadcast: January 11th at approximately around evening hours Eastern Time Zone (5:00 PM EDT) for live coverage!

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