Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones 2/4/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Previews
On Saturday, February 4, 2023, the #8 Kansas Jayhawks will clash with the #13 Iowa State Cyclones in a much-anticipated NCAAB encounter at James H. Hilton Coliseum, Iowa, tipping off at 12:00 PM ET.
The Jayhawks come into this game with a great record, having dominated 16 of their first 17 matchups, after securing the national championship last year. However, a mid-January losing streak of three straight games to Kansas State, TCU, and Baylor almost derailed their season, as they narrowly avoided their first four-game winless streak since the 1980s. The Jayhawks regained their momentum with a 77-68 victory at Kentucky in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge and followed that up with a 90-78 victory over No. 7 Kansas State earlier this week, avenging a previous overtime loss.
Jalen Wilson, the Jayhawks’ star wing, led the charge with 20 points, extending his record of scoring 20 points in five straight games. Wilson received ample support from his bench, which contributed a season-high 19 points in a conference game, despite the Jayhawks’ bench being known for its low minute total (ranked 343rd out of 363 Division I teams). Despite this, the Jayhawks are still ranked 19th in KenPom’s adjusted offensive efficiency rankings.
- The Kansas Jayhawks are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 matches.
- The Jayhawks are 16-4 SU in their last 20 matches.
- Kansas is 5-2 ATS in their last 7 matches against Iowa State.
Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones 2/4/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Previews
The Iowa State Cyclones have had a strong non-conference season, despite suffering defeats at the hands of UConn and Iowa. They kicked off Big 12 play with a four-game winning streak, taking down tough opponents like Baylor and TCU. However, their perfect start was halted by a close 2-point loss to Kansas, and they then went on a skid of four losses in six games. Despite facing two top-10 teams in Texas and Kansas State, the Cyclones managed to secure two victories, but also suffered two road losses to Missouri and Texas Tech.
Despite their inconsistent offense, ranking 106th in 3-point percentage (35.3%) and 110th in 2-point percentage (51.7%), the Cyclones have struggled with turnovers and poor free-throw shooting (66.3%). Despite these challenges, they rank 23rd nationally in offensive rebounding rate. The Cyclones will face a stiff test in the form of the Kansas defense, ranked 16th in modified efficiency. Leading the way for Iowa State is senior guard Jaren Holmes, who averages 13.5 points, 3.4 assists, and 3.4 rebounds per game.
- The Iowa State Cyclones are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 matches.
- The total went OVER in 7 of Iowa State’s last 10 contests.
- The Cyclones are 14-6 SU in their last 20 matches.
#8 Kansas Jayhawks vs #13 Iowa State Cyclones. The NCAAB pick for this game is the #13 Iowa State Cyclones. Kansas defeated Iowa State 62-60 in the first meeting between the two on January 14 but failed to cover the number as 7.5-point home chalk. Iowa State has struggled of late as the Cyclones are 1-3 straight up and 0-4 against the spread over the last four games played. Kansas has won each of its last two including victories over Kentucky and No. 7 ranked Kansas State. Final Score Prediction, Kansas Jayhawks win and cover ATS 77-67.
NCAAB Starting Time: 12:00 PM (EDT)
Location: James H. Hilton Coliseum, Iowa
Date: Saturday, February 4, 2023
TV: ESPN
NCAAB Odds: Kansas Jayhawks -1.5
NCAAB Totals: 136
