Iowa State Cyclones Edge Baylor Bears in Close Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Hilton Coliseum
Iowa State Cyclones 72, Baylor Bears 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Baylor Bears vs Iowa State Cyclones?
Iowa State Cyclones beat Baylor Bears 72-69 at Hilton Coliseum on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Baylor Bears vs Iowa State Cyclones?
Iowa State Cyclones were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Iowa State Cyclones narrowly defeated the Baylor Bears with a final score of 72-69 at Hilton Coliseum. This victory adds to Iowa State's impressive home record, now standing at 21-2 for the season, while Baylor's record drops to 13-10. The Cyclones have demonstrated their strength at home, boasting a home record of 5-0 in their last five games, and they have been particularly potent offensively, averaging 86.6 points in that span.
Iowa State entered the game on a four-game winning streak, having won eight of their last ten games. Their recent form has seen them score an average of 81.8 points while allowing 67.0 points per game. In their last outing, they convincingly defeated the Kansas State Wildcats 95-61, showcasing their offensive prowess. Conversely, Baylor has struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, although they have won their last two games, including an 86-67 victory against the Colorado Buffaloes.
The matchup was particularly significant as it marked the third meeting between these two teams this season, with Iowa State previously winning both encounters. In their last meeting on January 8, 2026, Iowa State secured a 70-60 victory over Baylor. Historically, Iowa State has performed well against Baylor, winning all their matchups this season and maintaining a 2-0 record against them in the current season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is worth noting that injuries can significantly impact team performance in close games like this. The market had Iowa State favored heavily, with DraftKings listing them at -14.5 on the spread, indicating expectations for a dominant performance. The total for the game was set at 151.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring potential of both teams.
The game conditions at Hilton Coliseum were conducive to basketball, with fans in attendance creating an electric atmosphere that often boosts home team performance. As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that kept the contest competitive. Key moments included a critical three-point jumper by Obi Agbim and a clutch layup by Tounde Yessoufou, which helped Iowa State maintain their lead in the closing moments.
As the final buzzer sounded, Iowa State's home win probability was recorded at 1.0, reflecting their dominance throughout the season and their ability to close out games at home. This victory not only solidifies their position in the standings but also reinforces their status as a formidable opponent in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ISU -14.5 | 151.5 o -110 / u -110 | Baylor Bears +900 · Iowa State Cyclones -1600 |
Leaders
- PointsMilan Momcilovic21Iowa State Cyclones
- AssistsJoshua Jefferson4Iowa State Cyclones
- ReboundsTamin Lipsey9Iowa State Cyclones
- PointsCameron Carr24Baylor Bears
- AssistsCameron Carr3Baylor Bears
- ReboundsMichael Rataj7Baylor Bears
Recent form
Iowa State Cyclones
Last 10: 8-2Streak W481.8 scored · 67 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W95-61at Kansas State WildcatsFeb 1
- W97-67vs Colorado BuffaloesJan 30
- W84-71at Oklahoma State CowboysJan 24
- W87-57vs UCF KnightsJan 21
- L70-79at Cincinnati BearcatsJan 17
- L63-84at Kansas JayhawksJan 14
- W83-71vs Oklahoma State CowboysJan 10
- W70-60at Baylor BearsJan 8
- W80-59vs West Virginia MountaineersJan 3
- W89-61vs Houston Christian HuskiesDec 30
Baylor Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak W270.3 scored · 75.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- W86-67vs Colorado BuffaloesFeb 5
- W63-53at West Virginia MountaineersJan 31
- L57-67at Cincinnati BearcatsJan 28
- L90-97vs TCU Horned FrogsJan 24
- L73-92vs Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 21
- L62-80at Kansas JayhawksJan 17
- W94-79at Oklahoma State CowboysJan 14
- L55-77vs Houston CougarsJan 10
- L60-70vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 8
- L63-69at TCU Horned FrogsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Baylor Bears | Iowa State Cyclones |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-57 | 27-54 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 11-31 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 29 |
| Free throws | 6-9 | 12-19 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 23 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 38 |
| Fouls | 17 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 13 | 75 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-31Tamin Lipsey makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 1st Half30-34Jamarion Batemon makes 25-foot three point jumper (Milan Momcilovic assists)
- 1st Half33-34Obi Agbim makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half33-37Nate Heise makes 25-foot three point jumper (Joshua Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half33-39Joshua Jefferson makes layup (Blake Buchanan assists)
- 2nd Half35-39Caden Powell makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-39Obi Agbim makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half37-41Joshua Jefferson makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (Tamin Lipsey assists)
- 2nd Half40-41Cameron Carr makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tounde Yessoufou assists)
- 2nd Half42-41Obi Agbim makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-43Blake Buchanan makes 2-foot dunk (Joshua Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half44-43Caden Powell makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-44Milan Momcilovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-45Milan Momcilovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-48Joshua Jefferson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tamin Lipsey assists)
- 2nd Half45-48Cameron Carr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-48Cameron Carr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-50Nate Heise makes layup (Dominykas Pleta assists)
- 2nd Half49-50Obi Agbim makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaac Williams IV assists)
- 2nd Half49-52Dominykas Pleta makes layup
- 2nd Half49-54Killyan Toure makes layup
- 2nd Half49-57Milan Momcilovic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tamin Lipsey assists)
- 2nd Half51-57Tounde Yessoufou makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (Cameron Carr assists)
- 2nd Half51-59Blake Buchanan makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half51-61Tamin Lipsey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-63Tamin Lipsey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-63Tounde Yessoufou makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-65Milan Momcilovic makes driving layup (Joshua Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half55-65Caden Powell makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-67Joshua Jefferson makes layup (Nate Heise assists)
- 2nd Half55-68Milan Momcilovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-69Milan Momcilovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-70Joshua Jefferson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-70Obi Agbim makes 26-foot three point jumper (Michael Rataj assists)
- 2nd Half58-72Tamin Lipsey makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-72Tounde Yessoufou makes layup (Caden Powell assists)
- 2nd Half63-72Cameron Carr makes 32-foot three point jumper (Obi Agbim assists)
- 2nd Half64-72Tounde Yessoufou makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Cameron Carr makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half69-72Tounde Yessoufou makes 22-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Iowa State Cyclones, below favours Baylor Bears.
Venue
- Hilton ColiseumAmes, IA
- Attendance14267
- OfficialsKipp Kissinger, Gregory Nixon, Brooks Wells
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