Tennessee Volunteers Defeat Iowa State Cyclones 76-62
Friday, March 27, 2026, 10:35 PM ET · United Center
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Who won Tennessee Volunteers vs Iowa State Cyclones?
Tennessee Volunteers beat Iowa State Cyclones 76-62 at United Center on March 27, 2026.
Who was favored in Tennessee Volunteers vs Iowa State Cyclones?
Iowa State Cyclones were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive victory, the Tennessee Volunteers defeated the Iowa State Cyclones 76-62 in their NCAAB matchup at the United Center. This game showcased Tennessee's strong performance as they improved their record to 26-11, while Iowa State fell to 29-9. The Volunteers had a solid outing, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Cyclones significantly.
Tennessee entered the game with a record of 25-11, having gone 6-4 in their last ten games. Their recent form included a loss to the Vanderbilt Commodores, where they fell 68-75, but they had previously secured a win against the Auburn Tigers, 72-62. On the other hand, Iowa State had a record of 29-8, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games as well, but they were on a one-game losing streak after losing to the Arizona Wildcats, 80-82.
At home, Iowa State had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 77.8 points scored and allowing 63.0 points. Conversely, Tennessee's recent away performance showed a record of 3-2, with an average of 73.8 points scored and 70.6 points allowed in their last five games. This contrast in home and away performance was significant, as Iowa State had been strong at home, while Tennessee had shown resilience on the road.
The game featured notable scoring plays, particularly in the second half, where Tennessee pulled away. J.P. Estrella started the scoring surge with a dunk assisted by Jaylen Carey, bringing the score to 68-58. Nate Heise followed with a pair of free throws, and Nate Ament contributed with a pull-up jump shot and a three-pointer, extending Tennessee's lead. The Volunteers maintained control of the game, with key contributions from players like Blake Buchanan and Ethan Burg, who both scored in the latter stages of the game.
In terms of the betting market, DraftKings had Iowa State favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 139.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, but Tennessee's performance clearly exceeded expectations. The Volunteers' money line was set at +136, while Iowa State's was -162, indicating the Cyclones were seen as the favorites heading into the game.
The conditions at the United Center were conducive for a high-stakes matchup, with both teams bringing their best efforts. Iowa State's home crowd was a factor, but it was Tennessee's ability to execute their game plan that ultimately led to their victory. The Volunteers' defense was particularly effective, limiting Iowa State's scoring opportunities and forcing turnovers at crucial moments.
Overall, viewers witnessed a strong performance from the Tennessee Volunteers, who capitalized on their opportunities and executed their strategy effectively. The Cyclones will need to regroup after this loss, as they look to bounce back in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ISU -2.5 | 139.5 o -115 / u -105 | Tennessee Volunteers +136 · Iowa State Cyclones -162 |
Leaders
- PointsTamin Lipsey18Iowa State Cyclones
- AssistsTamin Lipsey5Iowa State Cyclones
- ReboundsTamin Lipsey5Iowa State Cyclones
- PointsNate Ament18Tennessee Volunteers
- AssistsBishop Boswell8Tennessee Volunteers
- ReboundsFelix Okpara10Tennessee Volunteers
Recent form
Iowa State Cyclones
Last 10: 6-4Streak L175 scored · 65.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L80-82at Arizona WildcatsMar 13
- W75-53at Texas Tech Red RaidersMar 12
- W91-42vs Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 11
- W86-65vs Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 7
- L57-73at Arizona WildcatsMar 3
- L73-82vs Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 28
- W75-59at Utah UtesFeb 25
- L69-79at BYU CougarsFeb 22
- W70-67vs Houston CougarsFeb 17
- W74-56vs Kansas JayhawksFeb 14
Tennessee Volunteers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L174.2 scored · 68.4 allowed per game3-2 away
- L68-75at Vanderbilt CommodoresMar 13
- W72-62vs Auburn TigersMar 12
- L82-86vs Vanderbilt CommodoresMar 7
- W78-59at South Carolina GamecocksMar 3
- L69-71vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 28
- L69-73at Missouri TigersFeb 25
- W69-65at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 21
- W89-66vs Oklahoma SoonersFeb 19
- W73-63vs LSU TigersFeb 14
- W73-64at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
| 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 | Tennessee Volunteers | Iowa State Cyclones |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-59 | 21-54 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 5-21 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 24 |
| Free throws | 9-15 | 15-25 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 14 |
| Assists | 22 | 16 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 7 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 30 |
| Fouls | 22 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 71 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-33Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes driving layup (Nate Ament assists)
- 2nd Half39-35Killyan Toure makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Milan Momcilovic assists)
- 2nd Half40-35Nate Ament makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-35Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-37Tamin Lipsey makes layup (Jamarion Batemon assists)
- 2nd Half44-37Bishop Boswell makes 23-foot three point jumper (J.P. Estrella assists)
- 2nd Half44-39Tamin Lipsey makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-39J.P. Estrella makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-39J.P. Estrella makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-39Nate Ament makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-41Tamin Lipsey makes layup (Blake Buchanan assists)
- 2nd Half49-41Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes layup (Nate Ament assists)
- 2nd Half52-41Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 22-foot three point jumper (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half54-41Jaylen Carey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-43Killyan Toure makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-43Jaylen Carey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-43Jaylen Carey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-44Nate Heise makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-45Nate Heise makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-46Dominykas Pleta makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-46Felix Okpara makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (DeWayne Brown II assists)
- 2nd Half59-47Tamin Lipsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-48Tamin Lipsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-48DeWayne Brown II makes layup (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half61-49Blake Buchanan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-51Tamin Lipsey makes layup (Jamarion Batemon assists)
- 2nd Half61-52Blake Buchanan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-52J.P. Estrella makes layup (Jaylen Carey assists)
- 2nd Half63-53Nate Heise makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-55Blake Buchanan makes layup
- 2nd Half66-55Ja'Kobi Gillespie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Carey assists)
- 2nd Half66-58Milan Momcilovic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tamin Lipsey assists)
- 2nd Half68-58J.P. Estrella makes 1-foot dunk (Jaylen Carey assists)
- 2nd Half68-59Nate Heise makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-59Nate Ament makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Ja'Kobi Gillespie assists)
- 2nd Half73-59Nate Ament makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bishop Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half73-60Tamin Lipsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-62Blake Buchanan makes 2-foot dunk (Milan Momcilovic assists)
- 2nd Half74-62Bishop Boswell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-62Ethan Burg makes layup (Bishop Boswell assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Iowa State Cyclones, below favours Tennessee Volunteers.
Venue
- United CenterChicago, IL
- Attendance21508
- OfficialsTony Henderson, Courtney Green, Brooks Wells
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