Marquette Golden Eagles vs Iowa St. Cyclones Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

On Wednesday night, the Iowa State Cyclones will face off against the Marquette Golden Eagles in an anticipated non-conference game at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Both teams are ranked in the top ten and have impressive records, making this matchup one to watch. With Marquette undefeated at 8-0 and Iowa State with only one loss to Auburn, fans can expect an exciting game. Though there isn't much history between these two teams, their recent success in the polls and on the court make this game a must-watch. Iowa State opens as the betting favorite at -5.5 points, indicating high expectations for their performance. Stay tuned to see who will come out on top in this exciting showdown.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Golden Eagles +195 | Cyclones -231

Spread: Golden Eagles +5 (-110) | Cyclones -5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 152.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Iowa St. will win straight-up is 70%.

Marquette Golden Eagles

Marquette has surprised many with their strong start to the season, currently sitting at 8-0 and facing a challenging non-conference schedule. Their recent wins against notable teams like Georgia, Maryland, and Purdue have helped solidify their status as an elite team in college basketball. Despite not standing out on offense or defense statistically, they have managed to continue winning games. Key players like Kam Jones and David Joplin have been crucial to their success. With a power ranking of 4, Marquette ranks 59th in offense and 39th in defense. They will need to focus on taking care of the ball and stepping up on both ends of the court as they face Iowa State next. Their overall shooting percentages and rebounding numbers could use improvement, but their ability to score and limit opponent scoring has been a key factor in their success so far.