Iowa State’s defense is among the best in college basketball, allowing 61.9 points per game and ranking second in Kenpom’s defensive efficiency ratings.
Baylor shot 52% from three to beat Iowa State at home by two points earlier this season. On a neutral court the Bears won’t have the same fortunes on either front.
The Baylor Bears will face off with the Iowa State Cyclones in the semifinals of the Big 12 tournament on March 15, 2024 at 9:30 pm ET. The opening betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook have the Baylor Bears as 1.5 point underdogs in Kansas City.
Tonight’s Baylor vs Iowa State game in the Big 12 semifinals is the most appealing college basketball matchup of the night. As for who wins it, we will take the Iowa State Cyclones to win, cover the spread, and advance to the Big 12 tournament championship game. Baylor did win the only regular season meeting between these teams but there were several factors that had Baylor very fortunate to win by two points at home in that contest. Look for Iowa State to turn the tables and get to the Big 12 final with a win here.
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