Iowa State vs Illinois betting odds, predictions, pick and promos
ON Thursday, March 28, at 10:09 pm ET, Iowa State and Illinois will play in a No. 2 versus No. 3 seed contest on TBS/truTV. The game will be held at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Iowa State (2) vs Illinois (3) betting preview
Iowa State is coming off of a 67-56 win over Washington State in the Round of 32. There, four players, including Tamin Lipset, Keson Gilbert, Milan Momcilovic, and Curtis Jones, scored double-digit points. Lipsey led the way with 15. The Cyclones short 40.4% from the field on 50% from three-point range on 14 attempts. Washington State shot 43.1% from the field and 21.7% from beyond the arch.
Illinois has faced a No. 14 and No. 11 seed in the tournament so far. In the Round of 32, they drew Duquesne and beat them 89-63. Four players scored double-digit points, with Terrence Shannon Jr. leading the way with 30. Marcus Domask had 22. Illinois shot 59.3% from the floor and 33.3% from three-point range.
Iowa State vs Illinois odds
Below are the odds for this matchup, courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook:
- Spread: Illinois (+1.5, -110); Iowa State (-1.5, -110).
- Moneyline: Illinois (+105); Iowa State (-125).
- Total: Over 146 (-112); Under 146 (-108)
Iowa State vs Illinois analysis
We’re getting a battle here of the offensive juggernaut against the defensive stalwart. Illinois is that offensive team with Shannon Jr. scoring at will this season and the tournament and Domask turning things on.
Of course, Iowa State is a defense unlike any other, ranking No. 1 in adjusted defensive efficiency, holding teams to 87.5 points per 100 possessions, per KenPom. Iowa State also holds teams to 40.2% from the field and 31.5% from the field. Per game, they hold teams to 61.3 points per game.
This is truly a battle of defense versus offense.
Iowa State vs Illinois pick
When it comes to picking this game, we’re leaning toward Illinois. Iowa State has a fantastic defense, but Illinois has the talent to match up with the defense. Additionally, Iowa State lacks a star player to really be the go-to guy to get a basket. Illinois has Shannon Jr. and Domask, and Iowa State is more of a “committee” team.
Take Illinois +1.5 here.
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Iowa State vs Illinois game info
- Who: Iowa State (2) vs Illinois (3)
- Date: Thursday, March 28
- Time: 10:09 pm ET
- Venue: TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts
- Where to watch: TBS/truTV
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Richard Janvrin brings nearly a decade of experience covering sports, and other betting-related content. Richard received his bachelor's degree in Journalism/English from the University of New Hampshire. Throughout his career, Richard has written for sites like Bleacher Report, Forbes, The Game Day, WSN, and many more.
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