7:47 pm CT November 20, 2024
FINAL: Iowa 71, Kansas 58
Gus Martin
Another stress-free win for the Hawkeyes, making a previously undefeated team look uncompetitive for most of the night.
Iowa is clicking better than most would've expected following so much change from last year.
Olsen and Stuelke led the way with 16 points each.
7:42 pm CT November 20, 2024
Q4 2:21, 68-52 Iowa -- Iowa on its way to a win
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Good sign for Iowa that Feuerbach got five quick points after going scoreless for the first 3.5 quarters.
Every Hawkeye who's played tonight has scored, in line with the way Jensen has her team playing to start this season.
It's evident that Iowa is well coached. The team's defensive re-focus over these final few minutes, in addition to their offensive prowess, has been impressive.
It will be interesting to see how Iowa responds when it inevitably faces more adversity than it has in the first five games.
7:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
Q4 7:51, 60-49 Iowa -- Kansas getting to the line
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O'Grady picked up her fourth foul after Kansas drew its third shooting foul in just over two minutes.
The Jayhawks will shoot their fifth and sixth free throws after the commercial break, already more than in any of the previous three quarters.
Iowa needs to keep Kansas out of the paint, slow down the game and take care of the ball (12 turnovers).
7:23 pm CT November 20, 2024
End 3: 58-46 Iowa -- Even 3rd quarter
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Just when it seemed Iowa might pull away, Kansas fought back to stay within striking distance.
Hawkeyes head coach Jan Jensen went with an interesting lineup to close the frame, leaving top scorers on the bench for a more youthful lineup. The Jayhawks took advantage and trimmed their deficit a bit.
But Iowa is still firmly in control entering the final 10 minutes and should be in position to pull this one out.
7:12 pm CT November 20, 2024
Q3 3:33, 54-37 Iowa -- Olsen takes over
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Lucy Olsen is showing why she was one of the nation's most coveted transfers last offseason. She's scoring in different ways and uplifting her teammates during Kansas' spurts.
It's clear the neutral-site crowd is behind the Hawkeyes as the fans went crazy during Iowa's late 5-0 run, capped by an O'Grady layup.
The Jayhawks have also gone cold shooting again - 3-for-12 in the third frame.
6:46 pm CT November 20, 2024
Halftime, 38-27 Iowa -- Hawkeyes withstand Kansas response
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Kansas played much better in the second quarter, yet Iowa still kept pace and only lost the frame by three points.
Stuelke might've had the play of the half in the final minute, corralling a difficult offensive rebound and kicking the ball out to Mallegni for her second triple of the quarter.
Stuelke has 10 points, six rebounds and two assists.
But Iowa hasn't gotten much offensively from Kylie Feuerbach or Taylor McCabe, two sharpshooters who might be called upon in the second half.
6:38 pm CT November 20, 2024
Q2 3:40, 28-18 Iowa -- Uneven 2nd for Hawkeyes
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The first few minutes of the second frame have been uneven for Iowa.
Kansas has got some momentum back on offense and hit a pair of triples, and the Hawkeyes are starting to have some sloppy possessions of their own.
But, Stuelke continues to be active and seem to have an advantage in the paint.
Affolter and O'Grady both have two fouls, however.
6:25 pm CT November 20, 2024
End 1: 18-4 Iowa -- Hawkeyes dominate
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Teagan Mallegni had a terrific wrap-around pass to Addison O'Grady near the end of the frame, which led to an easy layup. The freshman has definitely impressed in the early part of this season, both with her skills and basketball I.Q.
But Iowa's defense is the star of the show so far. Kansas shot just 1-for-11 with five turnovers, unable to get any sort of rhythm or flow.
Hawkeyes came to play tonight.
6:20 pm CT November 20, 2024
Q1 1:30, 16-4 Iowa -- Kansas calls TO
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Kansas called a timeout after Iowa came out on a 5-0 run out of the game's first commercial.
Lucy Olsen is off to a strong start with eight points on 3-for-4 shooting.
6:15 pm CT November 20, 2024
Q1 4:52, 9-4 Iowa -- Hawkeyes with good defense early
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Hannah Stuelke set a terrific tone on Iowa opening possession, driving hard to the basket to get an easy layup. She also drew a charge just before the game went to commercial.
Strong defensive start for Iowa as Kansas has shot just 1-of-5 from the field with three turnovers. Four different Hawkeyes players have scored already as well, continuing the team's trend of good ball movement.
6:03 pm CT November 20, 2024
The game is underway!
Gus Martin
Iowa and Kansas have tipped-off. Should be a good one.
5:48 pm CT November 20, 2024
See Iowa's starting lineup
Gus Martin
Here is the Starting-5 for Iowa tonight:
- Sydney Affolter
- Hannah Stuelke
- Lucy Olsen
- Addison O'Grady
- Kylie Feuerbach
5:40 pm CT November 20, 2024
News on Caitlin Clark
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ESPN just reported that Caitlin Clark will not be playing in the new 3-on-3 Unrivaled basketball league.
Here's the latest:
More:Caitlin Clark won't play in Unrivaled basketball league, according to ESPN report
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
What time does Iowa vs Kansas play today?
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- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 20
- Start time: 6 p.m. (CT)
- Location: Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, S.D.
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
What channel is Iowa women's basketball vs Kansas on today?
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- TV:BTN
- Livestream:Fubo (free trial)andFox Sports Live
- Radio:Hawkeye Radio Network
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
Iowa vs Kansas live stream options
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Iowa vs. Kansas will air on BTN. Kylen Mills and Brenda VanLengen will call the game live from the Sanford Pentagon. Streaming options for the game includeFUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
Iowa women's basketball vs Kansas prediction
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Tonight will be the first true test for both teams. Still, the Hawkeyes should have a slight advantage having already played and won twice away from their home court, while the Jayhawks are traveling for the first time this season.
Expect Iowa to pull out a single-digit win.
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
Iowa women's basketball schedule
Gus Martin
Record: 4-0
- Nov. 24:vs. Washington State
- Nov. 28:vs. Rhode Island (Cancun Challenge)
- Nov. 29:vs. BYU (Cancun Challenge)
- Dec. 7:vs. Tennessee (Brooklyn)
- Dec. 11:vs. Iowa State
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
Kansas women's basketball schedule
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Record: 4-0
- Nov. 28: vs Pittsburgh (U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam)
- Nov. 29: vs Northern Iowa (U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam)
- Nov. 30: vs Auburn (U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam)
- Dec. 5: vs Wichita State
- Dec. 11: vs Kansas City
3:31 pm CT November 20, 2024
Iowa women's basketball news
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More:Iowa women's basketball: 3 things to watch as Hawkeyes face Kansas in Sioux Falls
More:Jan Jensen praises Addison O'Grady's stellar start to the season
More:Iowa women's basketball: See where Hawkeyes stand in latest USA TODAY Sports coaches poll
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