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No. 10 Iowa State women’s basketball<\/b> prepares to face Northern Iowa<\/b> tonight at Hilton Coliseum<\/b> in what marks the Cyclones’ final non-conference matchup before Big 12 play. The undefeated Cyclones look to extend their perfect season despite dealing with key injuries heading into the December 14 showdown.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Iowa State enters at 10-0 without star center Audi Crooks<\/b>, averaging 27.8 points per game<\/li>\n
  • Northern Iowa carries a 4-5 record and 1-0 mark in Missouri Valley Conference play<\/li>\n
  • The game tips off at 5:00 p.m. CT at the iconic Hilton Coliseum<\/b> in Ames<\/li>\n
  • Iowa State will miss both Crooks and Evangelia Paulk<\/b> due to injuries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Iowa State’s Historic Scoring Pace Gets Major Test<\/h2>\n

    The Cyclones<\/b> have been nothing short of spectacular this season, establishing themselves as one of the nation’s elite programs. Audi Crooks<\/b> has been the driving force, becoming the first Division I player to reach 300 points in just 10 games this season.<\/p>\n

    Despite Crooks’ absence tonight, Iowa State features multiple scoring options including Addy Brown<\/b>, who contributed 20 points and 12 rebounds in the Cyclones’ recent 74-69 victory over Iowa<\/b>. The team’s depth will be essential as they navigate the loss of their leading scorer.<\/p>\n

    Head coach will lean on role players to maintain the team’s momentum heading into conference play. The Cyclones have shown resilience throughout their undefeated start, and tonight presents an opportunity to prove their depth extends beyond their star players.<\/p>\n

    Northern Iowa Seeks Upset in Mountain Showdown<\/h2>\n

    The Panthers<\/b> arrive in Ames looking to pull off a major upset against a top-10 ranked opponent. Northern Iowa has already found success in conference play with a 1-0 record in Missouri Valley Conference action, suggesting the team has found its footing after a slower start.<\/p>\n

    UNI<\/b> will need to exploit Iowa State’s injuries and execute defensively to have any chance. The Panthers’ four losses have come against quality competition, indicating they’re a respectable opponent despite their record.<\/p>\n

    Playing in Hilton Coliseum<\/b>, widely considered one of the toughest venues in women’s college basketball, presents a significant challenge for a road team. The Panthers will need to stay composed and avoid early foul trouble against an aggressive Cyclone squad.<\/p>\n

    Matchup Overview and Key Storylines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Team Stat<\/td>\nIowa State<\/td>\nNorthern Iowa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Record<\/b><\/td>\n10-0<\/td>\n4-5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Conference Record<\/b><\/td>\n0-0 Big 12<\/td>\n1-0 MVC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    National Ranking<\/b><\/td>\nNo. 10<\/td>\nUnranked<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Top Scorer<\/b><\/td>\nAddy Brown (out)<\/td>\nTBA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    The Cyclones’<\/b> roster depth will be on full display tonight without Crooks. Role players like Addy Brown<\/b> and others will need to step up their production to maintain Iowa State’s flawless record.<\/p>\n

    Northern Iowa<\/b> arrives as a double-digit underdog, but upsets happen in women’s college basketball, especially when elite programs face unexpected injuries.<\/p>\n

    \n“Iowa State was No. 10 last week, and the program has established itself as one of elite women’s college basketball this season with an undefeated start.”\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 USA Today Sports<\/b>, December 9, 2025<\/p>\n

    What Does Tonight Mean for Big 12 Conference Play?<\/h2>\n

    This non-conference finale serves as a crucial test before Iowa State enters Big 12 competition. The Cyclones will face some of the nation’s toughest teams in conference play, and tonight is an opportunity to build confidence without Crooks.<\/p>\n

    Northern Iowa<\/b> represents the last tune-up before conference action begins. If Iowa State can navigate the injury challenges and maintain their winning ways, it sends a powerful message heading into what figures to be a competitive Big 12 race.<\/p>\n

    The atmosphere at Hilton Coliseum<\/b> will be electric, with Cyclone Nation<\/b> supporting their team despite the absence of their star. Home court advantage has been significant for Iowa State all season long.<\/p>\n

    Can Northern Iowa Pull Off the Upset Without Iowa State’s Top Star?<\/h2>\n

    The Panthers<\/b> will have their best chance to compete against Iowa State given the Cyclones’ injury situation. However, Iowa State has shown throughout the season that they possess the talent and experience to win without Crooks for a night.<\/p>\n

    UNI<\/b> will need exceptional three-point shooting and strong perimeter defense to have a realistic shot at the upset. The team enters Ames knowing this represents a rare opportunity against a top-10 opponent.<\/p>\n

    The question isn’t whether Northern Iowa can compete\u2014it’s whether the Panthers can maintain focus and execution for 40 minutes against a program built to win in any situation.<\/p>\n

    Sources<\/h3>\n
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    • USA Today Sports<\/b> – NCAA women’s basketball rankings and Iowa State coverage<\/li>\n
    • Des Moines Register<\/b> – Real-time game updates and preview information<\/li>\n
    • ESPN<\/b> – Statistics and live coverage details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":25475,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"schema_org_data":"{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Audi Crooks\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Addy Brown\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Evangelia Paulk\"},{\"@type\":\"Place\",\"name\":\"Hilton Coliseum\",\"description\":\"venue\"},{\"@type\":\"Place\",\"name\":\"Ames\",\"description\":\"city\"}]}","_extracted_celebrities":null,"_extracted_movies":"","_extracted_places":null,"_extracted_videos":"","_last_enrichment_date":"2025-12-14 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