NCAAB: #7 Kansas vs #23 Iowa State Odds, and Picks (Jan 27)
- Kansas bounced back after losing to West Virginia, defeating Cincinnati 74-69.
- Iowa State picked up their second straight win, after taking down Kansas State.
- These two teams last met on March 10, 2023, in a game that Kansas won 71-68.
The college basketball season is in full swing! Let’s preview the upcoming Kansas vs Iowa State game. These two teams have played great basketball lately, and rank near the very top of the Big-12 conference.
How to Watch
- CBS
Preview
Kansas is 3-2 over their last 5 games, falling from the #1 spot to #7 in that span. They remain as one of the NCAA’s best teams, but have some work to heat back up and claim a 1-seed on Selection Sunday. They are the beneficiaries of one of the most experienced rosters. Top players Kevin McCullar Jr. and Hunter Dickinson will both be 23 years old for the NCAA Tournament. They need those leaders to heat up here.
Iowa State currently projects as a 5-6 seed in the NCAA Tournament. They may be safely within the field, but the Cyclones are undoubtedly still aiming to rise in the standings. They picked up ranked wins against Houston and TCU in the last couple weeks, and have another chance to earn one at home against Kansas. Iowa State has lost 8 of their last 9 games against Kansas, but has one of their most complete teams now.
Prediction
The Big-12 has been an absolute gauntlet this season, with any team capable of defeating another in any given matchup. Typically, the home team has had a massive advantage, especially in games where both teams are ranked. It’s risky to bet on an Iowa State team that is 1-8 against Kansas in the last 5 years, but the Jayhawks have struggled quite a bit lately. I like the Cyclones chances of holding them off at home.
NCAAB Picks:
- Iowa State 77, Kansas 76 ()
