Auburn vs Iowa State College Basketball Predictions: Bet Auburn -4 on November 25

Two undefeated, top-five teams square off on the opening night of the star-studded Maui Invitational when Auburn takes on Iowa State. It will be the Cyclones’ first test of the season while Auburn already boasts a signature win against Houston.

Auburn is favored to win the showdown and remain undefeated with a 3-point college basketball betting line.

Auburn vs Iowa State Game Information

• Game: Auburn Tigers (4-0) vs Iowa State Cyclones (3-0)
• Location: Lahaina Civic Center, Lahaina, HI
• Date/Time: Monday, Nov. 25, 9 p.m.
• Auburn vs Iowa State Live Stream: ESPNU

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3 Auburn vs Iowa State College Basketball Predictions for Nov 25

1. Auburn vs Iowa State Under 146.5

The total set by BetUS Sportsbook of 146.5 points might seem low for a matchup between two top-five teams, but it is for good reason, as Iowa State is first in the nation in scoring defense, allotting a measly 50.7 points to opponents. But Auburn will pose a far greater challenge than the previous three mid-majors, as the Tigers’ offense is second in the country in field goal percentage. They are led by Johni Broome, one of just 40 players in the nation to average at least 20 points. The stretch-big has connected on over 65% of his field goals. But he is bested by senior forward Chaney Johnson, who has taken a huge leap from his first Division I season, improving his scoring from four points per game to 12.5, doing so on 67-percent shooting from the floor. Auburn is not just Broome and Johnson, as they have five total players averaging double-figures.

But Auburn’s defense is no slouch either, yet to let an opponent reach 70 points, including the aforementioned highly-ranked Houston. And Iowa State scores 84 points per game. Will the irresistible force or immovable object prevail? All three Iowa State games have resulted in less than 147 points and we will follow that trend, in spite of Auburn’s high-powered offense. In fact, the under has hit four of the last five times the Cyclones faced a team with an over .600 winning percentage.

Bet on Auburn vs Iowa State Under 146.5 (-105)

2. Auburn ML (-185)

While Auburn is the higher-powered offense, Iowa State is no slouch and boasts similar depth to the Tigers, albeit with less fire-power. After a quiet opener, senior guard Curtis Jones has dropped 20 points in each of the last two contests. Back-court mate Keshon Gilbert has averaged 12.3 points while dishing seven assists per game, tenth-best in the nation. Three other Cyclones average double-figures. But Auburn has played particularly strong defense in the paint, blocking 6.5 shots per contest. They have the ability to stop bigs Milan Momcilovic and Joshua Jefferson. Jefferson, in particular, has shot 70% from the floor.

Auburn is more battle-tested than Iowa State, who has yet to play a major conference opponent, let alone a team with the pedigree of Houston. Our college basketball pick today is that the Tigers will get another major win and move on to potentially face the likes of North Carolina and UConn later in the tournament.

Bet on Auburn ML (-185)

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3. Auburn ATS (-4)

While we think the Tigers will win, will they cover the four-point college basketball spread? They have been far more successful against the spread this season than the Cyclones, covering in all four of their victories. Meanwhile, the Cyclones have covered in just one of three. Auburn’s offensive versatility and excellent three-point shooting will break through Iowa State’s often impenetrable defense and cover the college basketball line of three points.

Bet on Auburn -4

Auburn vs Iowa State Score Prediction

Auburn 74, Iowa State 69

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