As BYU Basketball gears up for the final stretch of their regular season, the Cougars are set to face a formidable opponent in the No. 6 Iowa State Cyclones this Saturday night at the Marriott Center.
This matchup marks the beginning of a three-game homestand for BYU, and they’re coming off a tough 75-68 loss to No. 4 Arizona, a game that was their first without Richie Saunders, who’s sidelined with an ACL injury.
Currently, BYU holds a 19-7 record, with a 7-6 standing in the Big 12. Meanwhile, Iowa State is showcasing an impressive 23-3 overall record and a 10-3 mark in conference play.
The Cyclones are flying high after pulling off a thrilling 70-67 upset against No. 2 Houston in Ames on Monday.
Their only conference setbacks have come against TCU, Kansas, and Cincinnati.
Historically, Iowa State leads the series against BYU 7-3. However, since BYU joined the Big 12, the Cougars have turned the tide, winning three out of the last four encounters, with both victories under the guidance of head coach Kevin Young.
Looking ahead to Saturday’s clash, ESPN’s Matchup Predictor gives Iowa State a slight edge with a 55 percent chance of victory. Fans can catch the action live at 8:30 p.m.
MST on ESPN, with Dave Flemming and Sean Farnham calling the game. For those tuning in via radio, coverage will be available on KSL 102.7/1160 AM and BYU Radio.
This game promises to be a pivotal moment for BYU as they aim to bolster their conference standing and build momentum heading into the final games of the season.