He NCAA Tournament Monday heats up. Two teams ready to take the step march madness with an eye on the Sweet 16 are the No. 8 West Virginia Mountaineers and the Number 1: Iowa Hawkeye.
While the nation will no doubt tune in to watch Caitlin Clark's masterful finale, they'll get one of the best games on television. UConn's dynamic offense will face the energy and challenge of West Virginia's tough defense.
Iowa ranks first in points per game, averaging 92.7 points per game. The mountain people feed on mistakes. Their opponents average more than 23 turnovers per game.
Here's everything you need to know about Monday's clash.
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West Virginia vs. Iowa Predictions
Whitening Nation: Iowa 80, West Virginia 68
Luis Escalante writes: “Iowa is outscoring its opponents by 21.1 points per game with a +717 scoring differential overall. It scores 92.8 points per game (first in college basketball) and allows 71.7 per game ( 323rd in college basketball).
fox sports: Iowa 80, West Virginia 68
The computer model used by Fox Sports sees the Hawkeyes facing a formidable opponent but ultimately earning the victory and a berth to the Sweet 16.
Des Moines Register: Iowa wins
Gus Martin writes: “On paper, West Virginia matches up pretty well with Iowa as a guard-centric team that can defend the perimeter. Still, Iowa is No. 1 for a reason and has the best player in the country in Caitlin Clark, who should be determined to overcome a poor performance in the first round.”
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West Virginia vs. Iowa: Odds, spread and lines for March Madness
Iowa is favored to defeat West Virginia in Monday's March Madness matchup, according to BetMGM's college basketball odds. Do you want to bet? Check out the best mobile sports betting apps offering sports betting promotions in 2024.
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- Spread: Iowa (-15.5)
- Money line: Iowa (-1600); West Virginia (+850)
- Below: 163.5
How to watch Creighton vs Tennessee: TV, streaming and programming
When: Monday March 25
Time: 8:00 pm Eastern Time
Where: Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa
Cable TV: ESPN
Transmission: Fubo, YouTubeTV
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All games will be broadcast on CBS, TBS, TNT and TruTV. Here are additional streaming options to watch all the action on your devices.
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March Madness Printable Bracket
You can find a printable bracket for the men's tournament here.
A printable bracket of the women's tournament is available here.
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