Iowa State Cyclones at Texas Longhorns Free Prediction 02/01/20

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The Iowa State Cyclones (9-11, 2-5 Big 12) visit Frank Erwin Special Events Center to clash against the Texas Longhorns (13-7, 3-4 Big 12). The Cyclones will attempt to snap a five-game road losing streak. Action starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 1, 2020.

Iowa State Cyclones vs. Texas Longhorns Betting Odds

In their last game, the Longhorns won a close one over the TCU Horned Frogs, 62-61, while the Cyclones were beaten by the top-ranked Baylor Bears, 67-53.

Texas’ effective field goal percentage was their biggest advantage over TCU. The Longhorns had a rate of 0.548 (above their season average of 0.512), while the Horned Frogs posted a mark of 0.481. Iowa State, meanwhile, did a terrific job of making free throws (13-15; 86.7 percent). Texas received a boost from Jericho Sims, who had nine points and 13 rebounds. Tyrese Haliburton led the way for Iowa State, contributing 17 points and eight rebounds.

This was a highly contested series last year, as the teams split their two games last season. The Longhorns won the most recent game 86-69. Texas’ effective field goal percentage was its largest strength over Iowa State. The Longhorns had a rate of 0.689 while the Cyclones posted a mark of 0.509. This will be the first game of the year between these two teams.

Texas could have difficulty getting to the free throw line in this meeting. The Longhorns rank 352nd in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.133, while Iowa State ranks 36th in FTA rate allowed (0.171).

Iowa State Cyclones vs. Texas Longhorns Free Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Texas, ATS Winner – Iowa State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Texas ranks third in three pointers allowed per game (15.3) while Iowa State ranks 166th (22.6).
  • The Cyclones rank 54th in steals per game (7.8) while the Longhorns rank 123rd in steals allowed per game (6.5).
  • Texas ranks 35th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Iowa State ranks 58th (2.9).
  • The Longhorns rank 26th in assists allowed per game (10.2) while the Cyclones rank 153rd (13.1).
  • Iowa State ranks 151st in rebounds per game (35.6) while Texas ranks 246th (32.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Longhorns have been outscored by an average of 7.2 points in their last five games. For the season, Texas has defeated opponents by an average of 2.5 points.
  • During their last five games, the Cyclones have scored an average of 65.0 points per game (10.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.8 points per game (1.6 above their season average).