UCF Knights vs Iowa State Cyclones NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/20

The UCF Knights are set to play the Iowa State Cyclones on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The game will take place at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa. This is a Big 12 conference game and will be broadcasted on CBSS.

The Iowa State Cyclones are ranked #9 and have a home record of 13-0. They are favored with a spread of -13.5. The UCF Knights have a season record of 14-3, with a 1-1 record in away games. The Knights are the underdogs, with a moneyline of +694.

UCF Knights vs Iowa State Cyclones Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: UCF Knights vs Iowa State Cyclones
  • Venue: Hilton Coliseum, Ames IA
  • Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
  • Betting Odds: UCF Spread +13.5 (-109), Iowa State Spread -13.5 (-116), UCF MoneyLine +694, Iowa State MoneyLine -1241, Over/Under 156.5 (-112)

UCF Knights Team Preview

The UCF Knights are performing well this season with a 14-3 record. Their recent games show a mixed bag of results. They lost to Arizona by 7 points but secured wins against Kansas State and Cincinnati.

The Knights’ offense is strong, averaging 85.2 points per game, ranking them 43rd. They shoot 48.4% from the field, making them a top 50 team in shooting efficiency. However, their defense could improve, with only 5.8 steals and 2.8 blocks per game.

Key players include Themus Fulks and Riley Kugel, both contributing significantly in recent games. Fulks had a standout performance against Arizona with 30 points. Kugel has been consistent, scoring 19 points against both Kansas State and Cincinnati.

Iowa State Cyclones Team Preview

The Iowa State Cyclones hold an impressive 16-2 record for the season. Their performance at home has been perfect with a 13-0 streak. In recent games, they faced some challenges, losing to the Cincinnati Bearcats by nine points and the Kansas Jayhawks by 21 points.

Despite these setbacks, the Cyclones have shown strong offensive stats this season. They average 85.6 points per game, ranking them 37th nationally. Their field goal percentage is 50.6%, placing them in the 16th spot, which shows their ability to convert scoring opportunities.

Key players like Milan Momcilovic and Joshua Jefferson have been contributing to the team’s success. Momcilovic leads with 18.1 points per game, while Jefferson follows closely with 17.3 points per game. The Cyclones will aim to maintain their strong home record and bounce back from recent losses.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Iowa State is favored by 13.5 points. With Iowa State scoring 85.6 points per game and UCF allowing many turnovers and fouls, Iowa State is likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Iowa State 89, UCF 74, making Iowa State -13.5 a good pick.

For the over/under, the line is set at 156.5 points. Both teams have strong offenses, with Iowa State at 85.6 points per game and UCF at 85.2. Despite Iowa State’s slower pace, the combined offensive strength suggests a high-scoring game. The projected total is 163 points, so taking the over at 156.5 is recommended.