Iowa's basketball team delivered a thrilling performance, transforming a 31-27 deficit into a commanding 48-31 lead with a stunning 21-0 run. This momentum propelled the Hawkeyes to a 75-64 victory over Maryland in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament.
Leading the charge for Iowa (21-11, 10-10 Big Ten) was redshirt freshman Cooper Koch, who dazzled with his shooting, hitting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. Senior guard Bennett Stirtz contributed 17 points, while seniors Tavion Banks and Cam Manyawu added 12 and 10 points, respectively, to round out the double-figure scorers.
Next up for the Hawkeyes is a showdown with Ohio State (20-11, 12-8 Big Ten) in the tournament's third round. The teams previously met on February 25 in Iowa City, where Iowa claimed a decisive 74-57 victory. In that game, Stirtz was a standout, scoring 22 points as the Hawkeyes shot a remarkable 57% from the field and dominated the paint with a 44-18 advantage.
As the Big Ten Tournament heats up, fans won't want to miss the action between Iowa and Ohio State. The game tips off at 11 a.m. CT at the United Center in Chicago, with Jeff Levering, Don MacLean, and Rick Pizzo providing the call on the Big Ten Network.
For those looking to stream the game, Hawkeye fans can catch all the excitement via Fubo, which offers a free trial for first-time subscribers.