Iowa State Cyclones vs. Baylor Bears Betting Preview, Odds & Prediction, 2–3–2024

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Iowa State Cyclones (16–4) vs. Baylor Bears (15–5)

The Iowa State Cyclones are set to battle the Baylor Bears on the road this evening in a Big 12 Conference showdown. The 12th-ranked Cyclones are 12–7–1 ATS on the season and 2–2 on the road. The 18th-ranked Bears are 12–6–1 ATS on the season and 10–1 at home entering this conference showdown. The Cyclones have won three straight games while the Bears have lost three of their last four games. Odds favor the Bears -4 in this featured matchup.

Iowa State vs. Baylor State Game Info

Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Venue: Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion
Spread: Iowa State +4, Baylor -4
Moneyline: Iowa State +136, Baylor -164
Total: 142.5

Iowa State Betting Preview

Iowa State’s 16–4 record speaks volumes of their success this season with their combination of offensive prowess and defensive resilience has been remarkable. The Cyclones are averaging 80.5 points per game but their defense also contributes significantly, averaging 11.2 steals and 3 blocks each game while allowing just 61.8 PPG ranking them 6th in the nation. Tamin Lipsey is averaging 13.9 points and 5.2 rebounds, while Keshon Gilbert is averaging 13.7 points and 4.7 rebounds. Milan Momcilovic is the third double-digit scorer and Tre King is grabbing 5.5 rebounds. The Cyclones have disposed of TCU, Kansas State, and Kansas in their last three games. This team is very well coached and part of their success is due to how careful they are with the basketball and how efficient, ranking first in the Big 12 in turnover margin this season.

Baylor Betting Preview

Baylor Bears, however, present an equally daunting offensive threat averaging 85.1 points per game while shooting 40% from beyond the arc.. Furthermore, Baylor boasts 36.3 rebounds per game on average which could prove instrumental when facing Iowa State which doesn’t rebound the ball that well offensively. The Bears suffered through a three-game losing streak in the Big 12 that knocked them out of the Top Ten but bounced back on Wednesday night with a big road win at UCF, 77–69. Ja’Kobe Walter is averaging 14.9 points and 4.6 rebounds, while RayJ Dennis is averaging 13.2 points and 3.7 rebounds. Langston Love is the third double-digit scorer and Jalen Bridges is grabbing 4.7 rebounds.

Free Pick

Both teams come into this game with excellent records, particularly at home. The Bears certainly have the home-court advantage but are in a rough stretch and have shown some weakness in conference play. The Iowa State Cyclones are playing their best ball of the season right now, and they deserve a look at the underdog role as they’re looking more and more like a contender. Iowa State has also won the last 3 meetings against Baylor. Baylor is also just 2–4 against ranked opponents this season. The Bears' defense has been suspect while the Cyclones are one of the best defensive teams in the country. Defense travels and I like the Cyclones as live dogs in the matchup. The +4 points are too many to pass up with one of the best teams in the nation. Take the Iowa State Cyclones +4 on the road to cover the spread.