Alcorn State Braves vs Iowa State Cyclones NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/3
The Alcorn State Braves are set to play against the #10 ranked Iowa State Cyclones on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The game will take place at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA, and is a non-conference game. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ at 8:00 PM ET.
Alcorn State comes into the game with a 1-8 record for the season. Meanwhile, Iowa State has been strong, holding a perfect 7-0 record. The spread shows Iowa State as the heavy favorites at -40.5, while Alcorn State is at +40.5. The over/under is set at 151.5 points.
Alcorn State Braves vs Iowa State Cyclones Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Alcorn State Braves vs Iowa State Cyclones
- Venue: Hilton Coliseum, Ames IA
- Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Iowa State Spread -40.5 (-115), Alcorn State Spread +40.5 (-111), Over/Under 151.5
Alcorn State Braves Team Preview
The Alcorn State Braves are struggling this season with a 1-8 record. They recently lost to the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs by 25 points. In that game, Tycen McDaniels scored 11 points and grabbed 3 rebounds.
The Braves had a win against Indiana State Sycamores with a score of 81-74. Jameel Morris led the team with 18 points. Tycen McDaniels also contributed with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
In the game against Oklahoma Sooners, the Braves lost by 19 points. Tycen McDaniels scored 12 points and had 6 rebounds. The team’s field goal percentage was 37.7% in that game.
Iowa State Cyclones Team Preview
The Iowa State Cyclones are on a strong winning streak. They won their last three games at home. The Cyclones defeated Syracuse by 31 points, Creighton by 18 points, and St. John’s by 1 point.
The Cyclones have a 7-0 record for the season. They are ranked 10th in the AP poll. Their offense is effective, scoring an average of 91.1 points per game, which ranks them 24th nationally.
Key players for the Cyclones include Joshua Jefferson, Milan Momcilovic, and Killyan Toure. Jefferson leads with an average of 17.6 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. Momcilovic is close behind with 16.9 points per game.
BTB Betting Pick
The spread for the game is Iowa State -40.5. Iowa State scores 91.1 points per game, while Alcorn State scores 66.3 points per game. Given these stats, Iowa State is expected to cover the spread due to their higher scoring and efficient shooting at 52.7% field goal percentage. Iowa State’s strong offense is likely to outpace Alcorn State significantly, making them a good pick against the spread.
The over/under for the game is set at 151.5. The projected score based on team averages would be around 157 points, with Iowa State contributing the majority. Iowa State’s fast-paced game and high scoring average suggest that the total points will go over 151.5. With both teams having above-average possessions per game, the over is the recommended pick.