Iowa State Cyclones Defeat Kansas Jayhawks 74-56
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Hilton Coliseum
Iowa State Cyclones 74, Kansas Jayhawks 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones?
Iowa State Cyclones beat Kansas Jayhawks 74-56 at Hilton Coliseum on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones?
Iowa State Cyclones were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Hilton Coliseum, the Iowa State Cyclones secured a convincing 74-56 victory over the Kansas Jayhawks. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a significant turnaround for Iowa State, who had lost their previous encounter against Kansas earlier in the season on January 14, where they fell 63-84. With this win, Iowa State improved their home record to 23-3, while Kansas dropped to 19-7 on the season.
Iowa State came into this game with a record of 22-3, having struggled recently with a 7-3 record over their last ten games, and they were on a one-game losing streak after a defeat to TCU on February 11. The Cyclones averaged 77.6 points per game while allowing 68.1 points during this stretch. Their last five games showed a slight improvement in scoring, averaging 80.6 points while allowing 66.0. At home, they maintained an impressive record of 4-0 in their last four games, demonstrating their strength at Hilton Coliseum.
On the other hand, the Kansas Jayhawks entered the game with a 19-6 record, riding an impressive eight-game winning streak, with a record of 9-1 over their last ten games. They averaged 81.1 points scored and 72.2 points allowed during that stretch, indicating a high-scoring offense. Kansas had also performed well on the road, with a 3-1 record in their last four away games, showcasing their ability to compete outside of their home venue.
The Cyclones' victory was underscored by their ability to capitalize on their home advantage and improve their head-to-head record against Kansas to 2-2 in their last four meetings. Previous matchups had seen Iowa State win decisively at home in January 2025, but they had struggled in their subsequent encounters. The Cyclones' recent form against Kansas had been a point of concern, but they managed to overcome that hurdle in this game.
In terms of player performance, Iowa State's scoring was bolstered by several key plays in the second half, including free throws from Joshua Jefferson and Kohl Rosario, as well as a notable dunk from Blake Buchanan. The Cyclones maintained their lead throughout the second half, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure.
The betting odds provided by DraftKings indicated that Iowa State was favored to win by 7.5 points, with a total set at 147.5. The odds reflected the Cyclones' strong home performance and recent form, which ultimately played a significant role in their victory.
The game conditions were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with the home crowd at Hilton Coliseum providing a significant boost to the Cyclones. Fans witnessed a strong defensive performance from Iowa State, which was crucial in limiting Kansas's scoring opportunities and securing the win.
As the game concluded, Iowa State's victory not only improved their standing in the league but also served as a critical confidence boost as they look to build momentum heading into the latter part of the season. The Cyclones' ability to execute their game plan effectively against a previously dominant Kansas team will be a focal point as they prepare for their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ISU -7.5 | 147.5 o -115 / u -105 | Kansas Jayhawks +270 · Iowa State Cyclones -340 |
Leaders
- PointsMilan Momcilovic18Iowa State Cyclones
- AssistsJoshua Jefferson4Iowa State Cyclones
- ReboundsBlake Buchanan6Iowa State Cyclones
- PointsMelvin Council Jr.15Kansas Jayhawks
- AssistsMelvin Council Jr.4Kansas Jayhawks
- ReboundsFlory Bidunga13Kansas Jayhawks
Recent form
Iowa State Cyclones
Last 10: 7-3Streak L177.6 scored · 68.1 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L55-62at TCU Horned FrogsFeb 11
- W72-69vs Baylor BearsFeb 7
- 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
Kansas Jayhawks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W881.1 scored · 72.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W82-78vs Arizona WildcatsFeb 10
- W71-59vs Utah UtesFeb 7
- W64-61at Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 3
- W90-82vs BYU CougarsJan 31
- W86-62at Kansas State WildcatsJan 25
- W75-69at Colorado BuffaloesJan 21
- W80-62vs Baylor BearsJan 17
- W84-63vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 14
- L75-86at West Virginia MountaineersJan 10
- W104-100vs TCU Horned FrogsJan 7
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 | Kansas Jayhawks | Iowa State Cyclones |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-51 | 27-62 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 6-18 | 11-30 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 37 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 9-17 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 23 |
| Assists | 7 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 24 |
| Fouls | 17 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 20 | 75 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half22-36Blake Buchanan makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half23-36Bryson Tiller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half24-36Bryson Tiller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half24-37Tamin Lipsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-37Elmarko Jackson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half28-37Tre White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-37Tre White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-40Milan Momcilovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tamin Lipsey assists)
- 2nd Half29-43Milan Momcilovic makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Tamin Lipsey assists)
- 2nd Half29-46Tamin Lipsey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Milan Momcilovic assists)
- 2nd Half29-49Tamin Lipsey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Killyan Toure assists)
- 2nd Half32-49Darryn Peterson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half32-52Milan Momcilovic makes 22-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half33-52Darryn Peterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-52Darryn Peterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-55Jamarion Batemon makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half34-57Killyan Toure makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-57Flory Bidunga makes driving layup (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half36-59Killyan Toure makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half38-59Melvin Council Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half38-62Milan Momcilovic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Killyan Toure assists)
- 2nd Half40-62Flory Bidunga makes layup
- 2nd Half42-62Elmarko Jackson makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half42-64Joshua Jefferson makes 5-foot hook shot (Blake Buchanan assists)
- 2nd Half44-64Bryson Tiller makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-65Joshua Jefferson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-65Elmarko Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-65Bryson Tiller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-65Bryson Tiller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-65Melvin Council Jr. makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half50-68Nate Heise makes 24-foot three point jumper (Joshua Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half51-68Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-68Flory Bidunga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-68Kohl Rosario makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68Kohl Rosario makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-68Melvin Council Jr. makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-69Joshua Jefferson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-71Blake Buchanan makes 2-foot dunk (Joshua Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half56-73Milan Momcilovic makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-74Joshua Jefferson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Iowa State Cyclones, below favours Kansas Jayhawks.
Venue
- Hilton ColiseumAmes, IA
- Attendance14267
- OfficialsRick Crawford, Marques Pettigrew, Chris Pacsi
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