As TCU welcomes Iowa State to Schollmaier Arena, the stakes are clear: a win would be a monumental boost to the Horned Frogs' tournament chances, while a loss would leave them firmly on the bubble. With a NET ranking of 53 and a quad record of 3-6 in Q1 games, TCU desperately needs a signature victory to impress the selection committee. Iowa State, on the other hand, is firmly entrenched on the top-16 seed line, boasting a 5-2 record in Q1 games and a sparkling 21-2 overall record.
Iowa State Has Dominated Q2 Games
Key Matchups
CHD Scout Prediction
Iowa State
83
TCU
68
The CHD Scout prediction isn't kind to TCU, forecasting a 15.1-point loss to the Cyclones, with just a 10.8% chance of pulling off the upset. Given Iowa State's recent form, it's hard to argue with those numbers - the Cyclones are riding a three-game win streak and have been nearly unbeatable in Q2 and Q4 games. TCU, meanwhile, is looking to bounce back from a pair of losses, and must find a way to slow down Iowa State's high-powered offense if they hope to stay in the game.