Iowa State Cyclones Face Off Against Drake Bulldogs in Women's Basketball Showdown at Knapp Center
In a competitive matchup at the Knapp Center, the Iowa State Cyclones fell to the Drake Bulldogs with a final score of 73-85. The Cyclones now stand with an overall record of 0-1, while the Bulldogs improve to 1-0.
The game saw an intense battle between both teams, with six times tied and two lead changes. Despite a strong effort by the Iowa State Cyclones in Des Moines, they were unable to secure victory against their opponents. The Cyclones put up a valiant fight throughout all four quarters, scoring 16 points in the first quarter and ending strongly with 26 points in the fourth. However, it was not enough to overcome the Bulldogs' consistent performance which included a significant 33-point surge in the last quarter.
The Iowa State team showcased some solid statistics during this encounter. They achieved a field goal percentage of 43 and were successful on nearly half of their two-point attempts with a shooting percentage of approximately 48 percent. From beyond the arc, they managed to hit eight three-pointers at a rate of about 35 percent. At the free-throw line, they excelled by making around 79 percent of their shots.
Defensively, Iowa State gathered an impressive total rebound count of 32; however, it was slightly overshadowed by their personal foul tally reaching up to twenty fouls for this game alone. On offense, they scored well from inside paint with thirty-six points but struggled somewhat with turnovers having committed sixteen throughout playtime.
On Drake's side, they demonstrated effective ball handling and passing skills leading them towards eighteen assists compared to fifteen from Iowa State's side; moreover Drake capitalized on turnovers better than their counterparts scoring seventeen points off turnovers against eleven by Iowa state players.
As for individual performances within The Cyclone roster – there were notable contributions across board including five steals and four blocks which reflected positively on team’s defensive efforts even though ultimately these did not translate into winning result for them today.
Looking ahead after this tough loss away from home court - fans can look forward next match where The Iowa State Cyclones will host Southern University Jaguars at James H Hilton Coliseum located Ames IA scheduled November twenty-first six-thirty PM local time (Central). This upcoming game will be another opportunity for supporters witness how team bounces back after setback experienced here today Des Moines - although no broadcast networks have been announced yet as potential options viewing event live when it takes place later month November.