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The total for this game opened at 159.5 and has ticked up to 161 but my Iowa State vs. Iowa predictions are going against the line movement.are eighth in the country in adjusted defensive efficiency per KenPom. This is a Cyclones squad that led the country in adjusted defense last year while holding foes to just 61.5 points per game.
On the other side of the floor, the Cyclones have been shooting far better than last year, with their EFG% climbing from 52% to 57.2%. However, that number is inflated by four contests against teams outside the Top 275 of the KenPom ratings and their shooting should see regression in their first true road contest of the season.
With their relentless ball pressure, they did a great job of slowing down opponents and that will be crucial to their success against a Hawkeyes side that likes to push the pace. The Hawkeyes also do a good job of forcing turnovers so expect both offenses to take their time setting up in the half-court and look to minimize mistakes. Hawkeye-Carver Arena is an extremely tough venue for visitors which is why I'm wary of laying 5.5 points with ISU.
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