Long Beach State Beach vs Iowa State Cyclones NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/21

The Long Beach State Beach will travel to face the #4 Iowa State Cyclones on Sunday, December 21, 2025. The game will take place at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, IA, with a scheduled start time of 6:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

This non-conference game features two teams from different leagues. Long Beach State represents the Big West Conference, while Iowa State plays in the Big 12. Long Beach State comes in with a 3-9 record, struggling on the road with a 0-6 away record. Iowa State, on the other hand, is undefeated this season at 11-0, showcasing strong performances both at home and away.

Long Beach State Beach vs Iowa State Cyclones Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Long Beach State Beach vs Iowa State Cyclones
  • Venue: Hilton Coliseum, Ames IA
  • Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Iowa State -36.5 (-110), Long Beach State +36.5 (-110), Over/Under 150.5 (-110)

Long Beach State Beach Team Preview

Long Beach State Beach is part of the Big West Conference. This season, their record stands at 3-9, with all three wins coming at home. On the road, they have struggled with a 0-6 record.

The team’s offensive stats show they average 73.0 points per game, ranking them 318th. They shoot 44.0% from the field, which places them 264th. Their three-point shooting is at 32.3%, while they make 12.1 free throws per game.

Gavin Sykes is a key player for the team, averaging 17.6 points per game. Petar Majstorovic also contributes with 14.3 points and 6.2 rebounds. In recent games, both players have been top performers, helping the team in scoring and playmaking.

Iowa State Cyclones Team Preview

The Iowa State Cyclones hold a perfect record of 11-0 this season. Their home performance is strong, with a 9-0 record. They are ranked 4th in the AP rankings and play in the Big 12 Conference.

Offensively, the Cyclones are impressive. They average 90.5 points per game, ranking 18th. Their field goal percentage is 53.2%, placing them 2nd overall.

Key players include Joshua Jefferson, who averages 17.5 points per game. Tamin Lipsey is also notable with 15.5 points per game. Blake Buchanan contributes with high field goal accuracy at 70.3%.

BTB Betting Pick

Iowa State is favored by 36.5 points against Long Beach State. Iowa State scores 90.5 points per game, while Long Beach State scores 73.0. This suggests Iowa State can cover the spread, given their high scoring and efficient shooting. Pick Iowa State -36.5.

The over/under for the game is set at 150.5 points. Iowa State’s strong offense, scoring 90.5 points per game, combined with Long Beach State’s 73.0, leads to a projected total of 163.5 points. This exceeds the current line, making the over a favorable pick. Choose over 150.5.