The Iowa Hawkeyes will take on the #4 Iowa State Cyclones on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET. The game will be held at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA. Fans can catch the action on FS1 as the Hawkeyes, with an 8-1 record, face the undefeated Cyclones, who stand at 9-0 this season.

Iowa vs. Iowa State Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Iowa +12.5. Iowa has a strong record against the spread, going 7-2. They have been competitive in recent games, making them a good choice to cover the spread.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 143.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with Iowa State averaging 94.6 points per game. This suggests the total points could go over 143.5.

Team Trends

• The game between Iowa Hawkeyes and Iowa State Cyclones will be held at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA.
• Iowa State Cyclones are favored with a spread of -12.5 and a moneyline of -1094.
• Iowa Hawkeyes have a spread of +12.5 and a moneyline of +632.
• Iowa State Cyclones have won all their games straight up this season with a 9-0 record.
• Iowa Hawkeyes have a straight-up record of 8-1 but are 0-1 as an underdog.

Iowa vs Iowa State Preview

The Iowa Hawkeyes are set to challenge the #4 Iowa State Cyclones on Thursday, December 11, 2025. The game will take place at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA, and fans can tune in on FS1 at 8:00 PM ET. The Hawkeyes, with an 8-1 record, are coming off a strong win against Maryland, where they won 83-64. Bennett Stirtz led the team with 25 points in that game.

Iowa State enters the game with a perfect 9-0 record. They recently defeated Purdue with an 81-58 score. Milan Momcilovic contributed 20 points in that win. The Cyclones are favored by 12.5 points in this non-conference matchup. Both teams will aim to continue their strong performances this season.

Strong Start for Iowa State Cyclones

The Iowa State Cyclones hold an impressive 9-0 record this season. They are ranked #4 in the AP poll and are part of the Big 12 Conference. At home, they have won all seven games, showing strong performance at Hilton Coliseum. In recent games, the Cyclones have been dominating. They won against Purdue Boilermakers with a score of 81-58. Another significant win was against Alcorn State Braves, where they scored 132 points. The Cyclones excel in offense, scoring 94.6 points per game. They have the highest field goal percentage in the nation at 54.9%. Their defense also contributes with 11.1 steals per game, making them a tough team to beat.

Resilient Iowa Hawkeyes Hit the Road

The Iowa Hawkeyes have an 8-1 record this season. They are part of the Big Ten Conference. On the road, they have won one game and lost one. In their recent game against the Maryland Terrapins, the Hawkeyes won 83-64. Bennett Stirtz led the team with 25 points. Cam Manyawu contributed with 12 points and seven rebounds. The Hawkeyes average 79.9 points per game. They have a strong field goal percentage of 51.7%. Their defense averages eight steals per game.

Final Betting Pick

Iowa has been strong against the spread this season, covering in seven out of nine games. Their ability to stay competitive is evident in their recent performances. With a solid record of 8-1, they have shown they can keep games close, making the +12.5 spread an attractive option.

The over 143.5 points prediction is based on both teams’ high-scoring offenses. Iowa State averages 94.6 points per game, ranking them 8th in the nation. Iowa also contributes with 79.9 points per game. Given these numbers, the total points could easily surpass 143.5.

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