NCAA Tournament March Madness
#28 Iowa St
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Projected seed: 12 (automatic qualifier)
Iowa State's resume presents a mixed bag, showcasing solid wins against lower-tier teams like Missouri KC and IUPUI, while also suffering a narrow loss to a top contender, Auburn, which highlights their competitiveness against elite talent. However, their offensive struggles are evident, particularly reflected in their lower rankings, raising concerns about their ability to keep pace in high-pressure matchups. Upcoming games against Baylor and Kansas, both key programs in the Big 12, offer a crucial opportunity to bolster their resume. Success in these games could significantly impact their potential for a better seeding, while losses could damage their hopes. The importance of these performances cannot be overstated, as they face a challenging stretch against quality opponents.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/4 | MS Valley St | 364 | W83-44 |
| 11/11 | Missouri KC | 341 | W82-56 |
| 11/18 | IUPUI | 345 | W87-52 |
| 11/25 | (N)Auburn | 6 | L83-81 |
| 12/4 | Marquette | 8 | 48% |
| 12/8 | Jackson St | 328 | 79% |
| 12/12 | @Iowa | 40 | 48% |
| 12/15 | NE Omaha | 286 | 76% |
| 12/22 | Morgan St | 344 | 81% |
| 12/30 | @Colorado | 81 | 55% |
| 1/4 | Baylor | 33 | 55% |
| 1/7 | Utah | 35 | 55% |
| 1/11 | @Texas Tech | 22 | 44% |
| 1/15 | Kansas | 7 | 47% |
| 1/18 | @West Virginia | 24 | 45% |
| 1/21 | UCF | 76 | 62% |
| 1/25 | @Arizona St | 44 | 49% |
| 1/27 | @Arizona | 30 | 47% |
| 2/1 | Kansas St | 118 | 66% |
| 2/3 | @Kansas | 7 | 39% |
| 2/8 | TCU | 127 | 67% |
| 2/11 | @UCF | 76 | 55% |
| 2/15 | Cincinnati | 17 | 51% |
| 2/18 | Colorado | 81 | 63% |
| 2/22 | @Houston | 11 | 41% |
| 2/25 | @Oklahoma St | 105 | 58% |
| 3/1 | Arizona | 30 | 55% |
| 3/4 | BYU | 60 | 60% |
| 3/8 | @Kansas St | 118 | 59% |