NCAAB · Final

Iowa State Dominates Grambling in 102-62 Victory

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Thursday, November 6, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Hilton Coliseum

Iowa State Cyclones 102, Grambling Tigers 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Grambling Tigers vs Iowa State Cyclones?

Iowa State Cyclones beat Grambling Tigers 102-62 at Hilton Coliseum on November 6, 2025.

The Iowa State Cyclones showcased their offensive prowess in a commanding 102-62 victory over the Grambling Tigers at Hilton Coliseum. This game marked Iowa State's third consecutive win, improving their home record to 3-0 for the season. The Cyclones have now established themselves as a strong contender early in the season, particularly with their ability to score, averaging 82.8 points over their last five games.

Iowa State entered this matchup with a solid overall record of 2-0, having recently defeated the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 88-50 in their last outing. Their performance has been characterized by a high-scoring offense, averaging 78.5 points per game while allowing 69.1 points. The Cyclones have shown resilience at home, with a 5-1 record in their last six home games, and they have been particularly effective in their recent contests, winning three of their last five.

On the other hand, the Grambling Tigers came into the game with a record of 1-1, looking to build on their recent success after a decisive 91-47 win against Huston Tillotson Rams. The Tigers have struggled to maintain consistency, averaging 67.8 points per game while allowing just 60.9 points, indicating a defensive strength that has not always translated into victories. Their away record of 1-3 highlights the challenges they face when playing outside their home venue.

In terms of previous meetings, this was the first encounter between Iowa State and Grambling in recent seasons, making it an intriguing fixture as both teams sought to establish dominance early in the season. The Cyclones' performance in this game suggests they are well-prepared and confident, particularly given their recent form and home advantage.

Injuries did not appear to play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams fielded their strongest lineups. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics in such games, and it will be interesting to see how both teams adjust in future matchups.

The betting market reflected Iowa State's strong performance, with their win probability set at 1.0, indicating a clear expectation of victory. This aligns with their dominant display on the court, where they outperformed Grambling significantly.

The conditions at Hilton Coliseum were conducive to a high-scoring game, with a vibrant atmosphere that likely energized the Cyclones. Fans witnessed a flurry of scoring, particularly in the second half, where Iowa State pulled away decisively. The Cyclones' ability to hit key three-pointers, as evidenced by Xzavion Mitchell's contributions, and their effective transition play were critical to their success.

As the game progressed, Iowa State's depth and versatility became apparent. Players like Jamarion Batemon and Eric Mulder contributed crucial points, showcasing the Cyclones' ability to spread the scoring load effectively. This depth will be an essential factor as they continue into the season, especially as they face tougher competition.

Overall, Iowa State's decisive victory over Grambling not only highlights their current form but also sets a tone for the remainder of the season. With their offensive capabilities on full display, they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.

Leaders

PointsJoshua Jefferson20Iowa State Cyclones
AssistsTamin Lipsey6Iowa State Cyclones
ReboundsBlake Buchanan9Iowa State Cyclones
PointsAntonio Munoz16Grambling Tigers
AssistsAntonio Munoz7Grambling Tigers
ReboundsJimel Lane5Grambling Tigers

Recent form

Iowa State Cyclones

Last 10: 6-4Streak W178.5 scored · 69.1 allowed per game5-1 at home

W88-50vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 4
L92-96at BYU CougarsMar 13
W76-56vs Cincinnati BearcatsMar 12
W73-57at Kansas State WildcatsMar 8
L85-88vs BYU CougarsMar 5
W84-67vs Arizona WildcatsMar 2
L68-74at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 26
L59-68at Houston CougarsFeb 22
W79-65vs Colorado BuffaloesFeb 19
W81-70vs Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 15

Grambling Tigers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W167.8 scored · 60.9 allowed per game1-3 away

W91-47vs Huston Tillotson RamsNov 4
L62-64at Alabama State HornetsMar 14
W65-62at Southern JaguarsMar 12
W73-56vs Alabama A&M BulldogsMar 11
L47-59vs Alabama State HornetsMar 8
W67-51vs Alabama A&M BulldogsMar 7
L71-78at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsMar 4
L68-73at Florida A&M RattlersMar 1
L64-71vs Southern JaguarsFeb 22
W70-48vs Prairie View A&M PanthersFeb 18

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Bethune-Cookman	17-15	-	14-4
Southern	17-17	3	11-7
Florida A&M	15-16	3	11-7
Alabama A&M	18-15	4	10-8
Arkansas-Pine Bluff	13-19	4	10-8
Texas Southern	12-18	4	10-8
Jackson State	12-21	4	10-8
Prairie View A&M	19-18	5	9-9
Grambling	14-19	7	7-11
Alabama State	10-22	7	7-11
Alcorn State	9-23	7	7-11
Mississippi Valley State	3-30	12	2-16
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	Grambling Tigers	Iowa State Cyclones
Field goals	21-49	36-66
Field goal %	43	55
Three-pointers	4-12	12-31
Three-point %	33	39
Free throws	16-23	18-29
Free throw %	70	62
Rebounds	25	43
Offensive rebounds	5	16
Defensive rebounds	20	27
Assists	10	19
Steals	8	14
Blocks	2	6
Turnovers	19	12
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	27
Fast-break points	2	16
Points in the paint	26	46
Fouls	21	20
Largest lead	1	41

How the scoring went

2nd Half39-61Nate Heise made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-62Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-63Joshua Jefferson made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-63Jamil Muttilib made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-63Jamil Muttilib made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-64Killyan Toure made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-65Killyan Toure made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-66Jamarion Batemon made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-67Jamarion Batemon made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-68Nate Heise made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-69Nate Heise made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-71Killyan Toure made Layup. Assisted by Tamin Lipsey.
2nd Half42-71Antonio Munoz made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-71Jimel Lane made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-71Antonio Munoz made Jumper.
2nd Half45-73Joshua Jefferson made Jumper.
2nd Half47-73Antonio Munoz made Layup.
2nd Half47-76Joshua Jefferson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Milan Momcilovic.
2nd Half48-76Antonio Munoz made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-78Dominick Nelson made Dunk. Assisted by Blake Buchanan.
2nd Half48-79Milan Momcilovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-80Milan Momcilovic made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-80Antonio Munoz made Jumper.
2nd Half50-82Dominick Nelson made Layup. Assisted by Milan Momcilovic.
2nd Half53-82Derrius Ward made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Antonio Munoz.
2nd Half53-85Milan Momcilovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dominick Nelson.
2nd Half53-86Dominick Nelson made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-87Dominick Nelson made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-90Killyan Toure made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joshua Jefferson.
2nd Half54-90Antonio Munoz made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-90Antonio Munoz made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-92Eric Mulder made Layup.
2nd Half57-92Richard Amaefule made Layup. Assisted by Antonio Munoz.
2nd Half57-95Xzavion Mitchell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cade Kelderman.
2nd Half59-95Jamil Muttilib made Jumper.
2nd Half59-98Xzavion Mitchell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cade Kelderman.
2nd Half59-99Eric Mulder made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-99Devyn Franklin made Layup.
2nd Half61-102Jamarion Batemon made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half62-102Nazar Mahmoud made Free Throw.