Iowa is laying 35.5 points after failing to cover a 22.5-point spread against Lipscomb, while Eastern Illinois covered despite a 91-57 loss at Indiana and famously beat Iowa 92-83 as a 31.5-point underdog last meeting.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 136.5 U 136.5 |
| DraftKings | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 137.5 U 137.5 |
| BetMGM | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | EILL +3300 IOWA -10000 | O 137.5 U 137.5 |
| BetRivers | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 137.5 U 137.5 |
| Fanatics | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | EILL +15000 IOWA -100000 | O 137.5 U 137.5 |
| Bovada | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 137 U 137 |
| BetOnline.ag | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 137 U 137 |
| LowVig.ag | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 137 U 137 |
| BetUS | EILL +35.5 IOWA -35.5 | — | O 137 U 137 |
Injury Report
No significant injuries are listed for either side ahead of Friday. Iowa spread its minutes widely against Lipscomb, with Jaidyn Coon, Ty'Reek Coleman, Cooper Koch, Tate Sage and Trevin Jirak all contributing, so a lopsided game could feature heavy bench usage that affects a large spread. Eastern Illinois is fully available after its opener at Indiana but must find more scoring after managing only 57 points, with Demar Burton contributing 10.
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Iowa forced 17 turnovers with 11 steals against Lipscomb, and Eastern Illinois trailed Indiana 44-23 at halftime while scoring only 57 points, so the Hawkeyes' defensive pressure should dictate the game even if their halfcourt offense remains inconsistent.
3 Things to Watch
- Iowa ball pressure against Eastern Illinois guards
- Whether Iowa can cover a 35.5-point spread
- Eastern Illinois scoring after 57-point opener
Betting Breakdown
Iowa returns to Carver-Hawkeye Arena after a 76-54 season-opening win over Lipscomb in which Ben McCollum's team led only 38-29 at halftime before pulling away. The Hawkeyes did not cover the 22.5-point spread and the game stayed under 149.5, but the defense was impressive, forcing 17 turnovers, collecting 11 steals and holding Lipscomb to 36 percent shooting and 3-of-18 from deep. Jaidyn Coon led with 12 points, Ty'Reek Coleman added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, and Trevin Jirak chipped in 6 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Eastern Illinois arrives 0-1 after a 91-57 loss at Indiana in which it trailed 44-23 at halftime, though the Panthers still covered a spread of roughly 34.5 points. Demar Burton scored 10 for EIU. Iowa is a 35.5-point favorite with a total of 137.5, and the history adds intrigue because Eastern Illinois won the last meeting 92-83 as a massive underdog. Expect Iowa to lean on defensive pressure and depth to build margin.
Eastern Illinois Betting Outlook
Eastern Illinois opened its season with a 91-57 loss at Indiana, trailing 44-23 at halftime and being outscored 47-34 after the break. Demar Burton scored 10 points for EIU as the Panthers struggled to generate consistent offense against a Big Ten defense. Despite the lopsided score, Eastern Illinois covered a spread of roughly 34.5 points and the game went over its 144.5 total. Last season the Panthers reached the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament and beat SIU Edwardsville 77-71 in overtime before falling 66-63 to UT Martin. A second straight Big Ten road trip tests their depth, but they own a memorable 92-83 win over Iowa.
Iowa Betting Outlook
Iowa opened Ben McCollum's season with a 76-54 home win over Lipscomb, closing the first half on a 12-2 run to lead 38-29 before pulling away. Jaidyn Coon scored 12 points, Ty'Reek Coleman added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, Cooper Koch and Tate Sage scored 9 apiece, and Trevin Jirak filled the box score with 6 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. The defense was the story, forcing 17 turnovers with 11 steals and holding Lipscomb to 36 percent shooting and 3-of-18 from three. The offense was balanced but lacked a dominant scorer, and Iowa fell short of a 22.5-point cover. A 35.5-point spread demands a sharper offensive performance from start to finish.
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Iowa forced 17 turnovers with 11 steals against Lipscomb, and Eastern Illinois trailed Indiana 44-23 at halftime while scoring only 57 points, so the Hawkeyes' defensive pressure should dictate the game even if their halfcourt offense remains inconsistent.
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