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Game time: January 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM ET

Venue: WVU Coliseum — Morgantown, WV

Article updated Jan 18, 2:19 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Iowa State Cyclones will be facing off against the West Virginia Mountaineers in an anticipated game on Saturday afternoon. The Cyclones, currently second-ranked, hold a

Game outlook

The Iowa State Cyclones will be facing off against the West Virginia Mountaineers in an anticipated game on Saturday afternoon. The Cyclones, currently second-ranked, hold a perfect 6-0 record in the Big 12 following a recent home win over the Kansas Jayhawks. On the other hand, the Mountaineers are 4-2 in the Big 12 and 21-14 overall this season. The game is set to begin at 5:00 pm EST, with Iowa State favored to win by 6.5 points according to the betting line. The prediction for this Iowa State vs. West Virginia match-up remains consistent with the initial opening line. Stay tuned for more updates on the game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cyclones -275 | Mountaineers +230

Spread: Cyclones -6.5 (-110) | Mountaineers +6.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 137 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Iowa St. will win straight-up is 73%.

Iowa St. Cyclones

The Iowa State Cyclones continued their impressive start to the 2024-25 season with a commanding victory over 9th-ranked Kansas. Head coach TJ Otzelberger emphasized the team's focus on taking things one day at a time and maintaining their strong performance. The Cyclones are currently undefeated in the Big 12 and remain at the top of the conference in scoring and offensive efficiency. Despite key injuries, Iowa State is set to face West Virginia next. In terms of statistics, the Cyclones rank highly in both offensive and defensive categories, showcasing their well-rounded gameplay. With a power ranking of 33, Iowa State is ranked 10th in offense and continues to impress with their shooting percentages and rebounding. To maximize profits, it is advised to follow the guidance of top NCAAB handicappers.

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West Virginia Mountaineers Analysis

The West Virginia Mountaineers suffered a 70-54 loss to the Houston Cougars, marking their second conference loss in three games. Head coach Darian DeVries acknowledged the team's struggle with defending inside plays and the turnover margin. Amani Hansbury and Javon Small led the team in scoring during the game. Despite shooting over 40 percent from beyond the arc, the Mountaineers were outrebounded and had more turnovers than the Cougars. Looking ahead, the team will face the second-ranked Cyclones and currently holds a 4-2 record in the Big 12. They rank 13th in scoring and field goal shooting in the conference but are second in 3-point field goals made per game. Key players Tucker DeVries and Jayden Stone are out with injuries. The Mountaineers have a power ranking of 86 and rank #202 for offense and #24 for defense. They average 43.58% field goal percentage and 75.38% free throw percentage. On defense, they allow 38.35% field goals and rank 13th in three-point defense. The team averages 36.13 rebounds per game and has a positive turnover margin. In their upcoming matchup against Iowa St., the Mountaineers will aim to improve their offensive and defensive performance.

West Virginia Mountaineers poised for upset over Iowa State Cyclones in upcoming matchup

The upcoming match between the Cyclones and Mountaineers presents a compelling opportunity for an upset victory in favor of West Virginia. Iowa State recently secured a significant win against conference powerhouse Kansas, but faces the challenge of maintaining momentum on the road against a motivated Mountaineers team who is eager to recover from a recent loss to Houston. With a strong defensive record, ranking third in field goal and 3-point defense within the Big 12, West Virginia demonstrates the ability to stifle their opponents. Additionally, their proficiency in long-range shooting, despite not being a top-ranked team in 3-point shooting percentage, gives them the potential to outscore the Cyclones. West Virginia has proven their capability to perform against highly ranked teams this season, boasting a 3-1 record in such matchups. Considering these factors, it appears that West Virginia is poised to achieve an upset victory over Iowa State in their upcoming game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Cyclones vs Mountaineers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Cyclones vs Mountaineers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Iowa St. Cyclones-258 → -290Moved
  • Moneyline · West Virginia Mountaineers+210 → +240Moved
  • Spread · Iowa St. Cyclones-6.5 (-110) → -6.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · West Virginia Mountaineers+6.5 (-110) → +6.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over137.5 (-110) → 136 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under137.5 (-110) → 136 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Iowa St. Cyclones
29-8 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
West Virginia Mountaineers
21-14 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T19:19:21.954Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Iowa State Cyclones continued their impressive start to the 2024-25 season with a commanding victory over 9th-ranked Kansas. Head coach TJ Otzelberger emphasized the team's focus on taking things one day at a time and maintaining their strong performance. The Cyclones are currently undefeated in the Big 12 and remain at the top of the conference in scoring and offensive efficiency. Despite key injuries, Iowa State is set to face West Virginia next. In terms of statistics, the Cyclones rank highly in both offensive and defensive categories, showcasing their well-rounded gameplay. With a power ranking of 33, Iowa State is ranked 10th in offense and continues to impress with their shooting percentages and rebounding. To maximize profits, it is advised to follow the guidance of top NCAAB handicappers.

The West Virginia Mountaineers suffered a 70-54 loss to the Houston Cougars, marking their second conference loss in three games. Head coach Darian DeVries acknowledged the team's struggle with defending inside plays and the turnover margin. Amani Hansbury and Javon Small led the team in scoring during the game. Despite shooting over 40 percent from beyond the arc, the Mountaineers were outrebounded and had more turnovers than the Cougars. Looking ahead, the team will face the second-ranked Cyclones and currently holds a 4-2 record in the Big 12. They rank 13th in scoring and field goal shooting in the conference but are second in 3-point field goals made per game. Key players Tucker DeVries and Jayden Stone are out with injuries. The Mountaineers have a power ranking of 86 and rank #202 for offense and #24 for defense. They average 43.58% field goal percentage and 75.38% free throw percentage. On defense, they allow 38.35% field goals and rank 13th in three-point defense. The team averages 36.13 rebounds per game and has a positive turnover margin. In their upcoming matchup against Iowa St., the Mountaineers will aim to improve their offensive and defensive performance.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-24West Virginia Mountaineers 64 · Iowa St. Cyclones 71
Final result

Matchup pick recap

West Virginia Mountaineers defeated Iowa St. Cyclones 64-57

West Virginia Mountaineers defeated Iowa St. Cyclones 64-57 on January 18, 2025, a 7-point decision in the series. West Virginia Mountaineers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 39-33. Against SportsJaw's recorded Iowa St. Cyclones -6.5 (-110) spread, West Virginia Mountaineers covered, while the 121 combined points finished under the recorded total of 136.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • AliencreationSpread · Iowa St. Cyclones -6.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Iowa St. Cyclones -6.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 137 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Iowa St. Cyclones -6.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 137 (-110)Loss