Iowa State Cyclones vs Kansas State Wildcats NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/1

The Iowa State Cyclones, ranked #8 in the AP poll, will play against the Kansas State Wildcats on Sunday, February 1, 2026. The game will take place at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas. This Big 12 conference game will be broadcast on FOX at 2:00 PM ET.

Iowa State comes into the game with a strong record of 19-2, showing dominance with a perfect 15-0 at home and 4-2 on the road. On the other hand, Kansas State has a record of 10-11, with an 8-5 record at home. The Cyclones are the favorites with an 11.5-point spread, while the Wildcats are the underdogs.

Iowa State Cyclones vs Kansas State Wildcats Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Iowa State Cyclones vs Kansas State Wildcats
  • Venue: Bramlage Coliseum, Manhattan KS
  • Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • Iowa State Cyclones Spread: -11.5 (-111)
    • Kansas State Wildcats Spread: +11.5 (-113)
    • Iowa State Cyclones MoneyLine: -712
    • Kansas State Wildcats MoneyLine: +471
    • Over/Under: 155.5

Iowa State Cyclones Team Preview

The Iowa State Cyclones are having a strong season with a 19-2 record. They are ranked 8th in the AP poll and play in the Big 12 conference. They have been consistent, especially at home, with a perfect 15-0 record.

The Cyclones have won their last three games, including a big 97-67 win against Colorado. They have a solid offense, scoring an average of 86.1 points per game, which ranks 26th in the nation. Milan Momcilovic and Joshua Jefferson are key players, both contributing significant points and rebounds.

Iowa State’s shooting has been impressive, with a field goal percentage of 51.1, ranking 11th. They also have a strong 3-point shooting percentage of 40.6, ranking 18th. Their defense holds steady, though they average 9.3 steals per game, which is a notable stat for their team.

Kansas State Wildcats Team Preview

Kansas State Wildcats have faced some challenges recently, with a 10-11 record this season. Their recent performance includes a close loss to West Virginia with a score of 59-54. Despite the loss, P.J. Haggerty and Nate Johnson were key contributors, showing strong individual performances.

The Wildcats have been scoring an average of 82.7 points per game, ranking them 73rd in the nation. They have a decent home record of 8-5, showing they can perform well on familiar ground. However, their shooting accuracy needs improvement as their field goal percentage stands at 46.4%.

Betting trends for the Wildcats show they have struggled against the spread, with a record of 8-13. As favorites, they are 6-3, but as underdogs, they are only 2-8. P.J. Haggerty leads the team with an average of 23.0 points per game, making him a key player to watch in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Iowa State is favored by 11.5 points. Iowa State scores 86.1 points per game and has a strong field goal percentage. Kansas State scores 82.7 points per game but allows more possessions. Iowa State’s efficient offense should cover the -11.5 spread.

For the over/under pick, the line is set at 155.5 points. Iowa State and Kansas State both score over 80 points per game. With both teams’ offensive stats, the projected score is higher than the line. The recommendation is to take the over 155.5 points.