KU @ ISU Predictions

[chuckd4735]

Line prediction: ISU-2.5

I think this is a game where ISU gets out early and maintains a 6-10 point lead throughout the game. KU makes it a little closer in the end, but Hilton prevails.

KU- 78
ISU- 81

 

[Jacktronic]

I think the "x factor" (and I hate that word) is Selden Jr. If he plays like he can it is gonna be a 1-2 pt ISU win, or even a loss. If he is off, I would see a much more comfortable win (5-7 pt range).

 

[cmjh10]

I predict the refs will win

 

[allday4cy]

ISU by 8

 

[UraMallas]

The guys tough out a win that goes down the wire. Back in the thick of it.

83-80 ISU

 

[CycloneErik]

We win a close one. My voice will be gone, but I barely need it until Friday.

 

[Cyclonesince78]

I predict the line will be ISU -4, and a court storm.

 

[swarthmoreCY]

KU has more talent. They have more size, athleticism, and are deeper. They have the refs. Imo it is a game we should lose, but we can win if we play our "A" game and they don't.

KU 80
ISU 70

 

[mjhavlo76]

Iowa State wins 86-80

 

[cyclone101]

I predict the refs will win

So KU then.:spinny:

 

[stormchaser2014]

I see some 'random KU fan' has voted in this poll.

 

[Cyclonesince78]

KU has more talent. They have more size, athleticism, and are deeper. They have the refs. Imo it is a game we should lose, but we can win if we play our "A" game and they don't.

KU 80
ISU 70

Our starting 5 is > KU's starting 5.

 

[LindenCy]

ISU by more than 3 because 3 is a low number, but it won't be by much more, maybe 4-7.

 

[WastedTalent]

Match ups will be interesting this year since ku plays a little smaller than in years past.

Monte/Thomas - Mason/Grahm
Not sure who plays who. Mason is the guy who's gunna put his head down and try to get in the lane, and Grahm will spot up more.

Nader - Seldon
This is by far Seldon's best year, but he still managed to disappear against Okie St.

Niang - Ellis
These two have played so many times against each other, there isn't too many surprises here. This will be their 10th matchup.

McKay - Traylor/Lucas/Mickelson/Bragg/Diallo
This is where ku is weakest. I really hope we see the McKay from last year's ku game in Hilton. Remember last summer when we were all getting excited for the McKay - Diallo match up?
Diallo and Mickelson didn't play against Texas, and Bragg only had 5 minutes.

 

[DurangoCy]

ISU by 6 and I'll need a shower afterwards.

 

[Jacktronic]

Saw that Diallo played 0 minutes today and Bragg only a few. Phog is up in arms about their playing time.

Edit: Wasted beat me to it.

 

[huntt26]

I BELIEVE THAT WE WILL WIN!! GO CYCLONES!

 

[carvers4math]

I think the "x factor" (and I hate that word) is Selden Jr. If he plays like he can it is gonna be a 1-2 pt ISU win, or even a loss. If he is off, I would see a much more comfortable win (5-7 pt range).

In John Walters' excellent piece on Darth Nader, Georges refers to Nader as the x factor.

 

[JP4CY]

Prediction?
Mr. T pain, Weatherwax screaming, Self technical, awful officiating to lead to a blarge, and another stupid court storm.

 

[demoncore1031]

It will all come down to how our front court plays. They MUST stay out of foul trouble, but still have to play solid on both ends of the court and hit the boards hard.