Ku vs. Iowa State: The Battle of the Basketball Games

The basketball game between Ku and Iowa State is always a battle. Who will come out on top this year?

Overview

Iowa State and Ku are two of the biggest basketball rivals in the country. Every year, their games are some of the most anticipated and watched match-ups in the sport. But who is the better team? Who has bragging rights over the other?

There is no easy answer, as both teams have had their share of successes and failures against each other. However, there are a few key factors that can help to determine which team is currently on top.

Firstly, looking at the overall record between the two teams, Iowa State currently holds a slim lead with 52 wins to Ku’s 50. However, it’s important to note that this includes wins from seasons where neither team was ranked in the top 25 nationally. When only considering games between two ranked teams, Ku currently holds a 14-11 lead.

In recent years Ku has also had more success in terms of conference championships and NCAA tournament appearances. Since 2016, Ku has won 3 conference championships and made 4 NCAA Tournament appearances, while Iowa State has only 1 conference championship and 2 NCAA tournament appearances.

Looking at all of these factors, it’s clear that Ku currently has the upper hand in the rivalry. However, with both teams always looking to improve and compete at a high level, it’s anyone’s guess as to who will come out on top in future match-ups.

Game One

The two teams played each other for the first time in the regular season on December 5, 2015. The game was held at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa and was televised on ESPNU. It was a close game but Ku ultimately won by a score of 72- Iowa State 63.

Game Two

The second game of the season was against Iowa State It was a Saturday game, so the stands were full of raucous fans decked out in their team colors The players on both teams were giving it their all, but Iowa State just couldn’t keep up with Ku’s offense. The final score was 92-64, in favor of Ku.

Game Three

The match-up for game three in the conference tournament is set, and it’s a rematch of last year’s epic battle between the top two seeds. Defending champion Iowa State took down Ku in the semifinals last year on their way to the title, but this time around the Jayhawks are out for revenge.

Both teams are coming into the game with identical records, but Iowa State has been playing better as of late. They’ve won six out of their last seven games, while Ku has only won four of their last seven. The Jayhawks are also coming off a loss to Texas in their last game, while the Cyclones defeated Baylor.

However, Ku has the advantage when it comes to head-to-head match-ups. They’ve won four out of the last five games against Iowa State including two games this season. In their most recent meeting, the Jayhawks defeated the Cyclones by eleven points.

The winner of this game will go on to play in the Championship game on Sunday, while the loser will be eliminated from the tournament.

Game Four

On Friday, Jan. 25, the Iowa State Cyclones will take on the Kansas Jayhawks in their fourth game of the season. As of now, the Jayhawks are leading the season series 2-1. The Cyclones are coming off of a tough loss to Baylor and will be looking to redeem themselves against a strong Kansas team.

This will be a matchup to watch, as both teams have high-powered offenses and stingy defenses. Iowa State is led by junior forward Georges Niang, who is averaging 19.3 points per game Kansas is led by sophomore guard Perry Ellis who is averaging 16.5 points per game

The game will tip off at 8:00 p.m. EST and will be televised on ESPN2.

Game Five

Tonight, the stage is set for an epic battle. The undefeated Ku Jayhawks take on the Iowa State Cyclones in a heated game of basketball Who will come out on top?

The Jayhawks are looking to maintain their unblemished record, while the Cyclones are hoping to hand Ku their first loss of the season. This game is sure to be a close one, as both teams are evenly matched.

The Jayhawks are known for their strong defense, while the Cyclones have a potent offense. Which team will be able to impose their will on the other?

This game is sure to be a thriller, so make sure you tune in!

Game Six

The two teams met for the first time in season on December 5, 2017, with Ku winning 85-72. The teams met again on January 10, 2018, with Iowa State winning 92-89.

The next meeting between the two teams will take place on February 1, 2018, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. The game will start at 8:00 pm EST and will be broadcast on ESPN2.

Game Seven

The seventh and final game of the Basketball Tournament was extremely intense. Both teams had fought hard to get to this point and neither wanted to give up. The game was neck-and-neck the whole way, with neither team able to gain a significant lead. Ultimately, it came down to the last few seconds. With the score tied, Ku hit a three-pointer to win the game and the tournament.

Game Eight

In game eight, both teams played their best game of the series. The score was close throughout the entire game, but Iowa State managed to pull ahead in the final minutes and win by a score of 79 to 78.

Game Nine

The game was close, with Ku leading by only four points at halftime. Iowa State made a comeback in the second half, but Ku held on to win by two points. This was a big victory for Ku, as it was their ninth consecutive win against Iowa State