Match Analysis: Iowa State Cyclones vs Arizona Wildcats – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-27
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Jack Trice Stadium
Game Overview
Iowa State Cyclones (4-0) host Arizona Wildcats (3-0) in a key Big 12 matchup with Iowa State favored. Both teams are unbeaten, but Iowa State shows stronger overall form and a slight edge in offensive efficiency.
Key Factors to Consider
- Iowa State enters 4-0 with balanced offense and defense, ranked No. 14 nationally. Arizona is 3-0 but less tested in-conference. Iowa State's recent performances show stronger scoring and defensive consistency.
- Limited recent H2H data available due to conference realignment; Iowa State favored in preseason projections with a predicted close score around 24-23.
- No major injuries reported for either squad impacting starting lineups significantly as of current information.
- Game played at Iowa State's home stadium, Jack Trice Stadium, favoring the Cyclones. Weather and other external factors currently neutral.
- Iowa State aims to maintain undefeated record and top conference position; Arizona seeks to prove competitiveness in tougher conference play. Home advantage boosts Iowa State motivation.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Arizona Wildcats: +188, Iowa State Cyclones: -230 | Iowa State Cyclones | β β β β β 75% |
Spread | Arizona Wildcats +6.5: -115, Iowa State Cyclones -6.5: -105 | Iowa State Cyclones -6.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
Over/under | Over 48.5: -110, Under 48.5: -110 | Under 48.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Iowa State Cyclones 0% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 48.5 11% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 48.5 at 11% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 11.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Iowa State Cyclones to win outright on the moneyline, cover the -6.5 spread, and the total points to go under 48.5 given recent defensive trends and scoring pace.
Predicted Score: Iowa State 24 – Arizona 20