Cincinnati Bearcats vs Iowa State Cyclones predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Jan 16, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Saturday,

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Cincinnati Bearcats will face off against the Iowa State Cyclones on January 17, 2026, at the Bearcats’ home court.

Both teams have had varying success in their recent form, with the Bearcats winning 2 of their last 5 matches and the Cyclones claiming victory in 4 of their last 5 games. This suggests that the Cyclones may hold a slight advantage going into this contest.

In terms of bookmakers’ odds, the home team Bearcats are priced at 2.88, while the away team Cyclones are favored at 1.34. Our model prediction gives the Cyclones a 63.4% probability of securing the win, with the Bearcats trailing at 36.6%.

Tactically, the Cyclones have shown strength in their recent performances, while the Bearcats will look to bounce back and utilize their home court advantage.

With both teams showcasing competitive spirit and determination, this game is sure to be a thrilling and closely contested matchup, where anything can happen on the court.

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Cincinnati
31.8%		 Iowa State
68.2%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Iowa State: 4.13%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 2.88 1.34

Latest Results

14.01.26 Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – Colorado Buffaloes basketball – 77:68
11.01.26 UCF Knights basketball – Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – 73:72
06.01.26 West Virginia Mountaineers basketball – Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – 62:60
03.01.26 Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – Houston Cougars basketball – 60:67
29.12.25 Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – Lipscomb Bisons basketball – 89:62		 13.01.26 Kansas Jayhawks basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 84:63
10.01.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Oklahoma State Cowboys basketball – 83:71
07.01.26 Baylor Bears basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 60:70
02.01.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – West Virginia Mountaineers basketball – 80:59
29.12.25 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Houston Christian Huskies basketball – 89:61

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cincinnati won 1.
  • Recent performances by Cincinnati have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Iowa State is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Cincinnati may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Iowa State is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Cincinnati won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 397:430. (average 66.2:71.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Cincinnati won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 216:219. (average 72:73).

    Latest Head To Head

    12.03.25 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – 76:56
    15.02.25 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – 81:70
    13.02.24 Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 59:68
    01.12.16 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – 54:55 OT (50:50)
    22.12.15 Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 79:81

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.06 (9.79%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5.25 (9.44%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 6.3 (7.87%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 10.8 (4.59%)

    5. Iowa State: 12 (4.13%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 12.6 (3.93%)

    7. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (3.81%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 13.4 (3.7%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 18.4 (2.69%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.8 (2.5%)

    11. Florida Gators: 22 (2.25%)

    12. Vanderbilt Commodores: 23 (2.16%)

    13. Brigham Young: 27 (1.84%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 34 (1.46%)

    15. Michigan State: 34.5 (1.44%)

    16. Kansas Jayhawks: 40 (1.24%)

    17. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.21%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 43 (1.15%)

    19. Arkansas State: 50 (0.99%)

    20. Texas Tech: 50.2 (0.99%)

    21. Virginia Cavaliers: 50.2 (0.99%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 50.25 (0.99%)

    23. Louisville: 58.2 (0.85%)

    24. North Carolina: 61.4 (0.81%)

    25. Tennessee Volunteers: 76.2 (0.65%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 80 (0.62%)

    27. Kentucky Wildcats: 80.2 (0.62%)

    28. St. Johns Red Storm: 91.5 (0.54%)

    29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.5%)

    30. UC Irvine: 100 (0.5%)

    31. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.5%)

    32. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.5%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.5%)

    34. UC San Diego: 100 (0.5%)

    35. George Mason: 100 (0.5%)

    36. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.5%)

    37. McNeese State: 100 (0.5%)

    38. Utah State: 100 (0.5%)

    39. Penn State: 100 (0.5%)

    40. Yale: 100 (0.5%)

    41. Georgetown: 100 (0.5%)

    42. Murray State: 100 (0.5%)

    43. Troy: 100 (0.5%)

    44. Akron Zips: 100 (0.5%)

    45. Saint Marys: 100 (0.5%)

    46. Boston College: 100 (0.5%)

    47. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.5%)

    48. California Maritime: 100 (0.5%)

    49. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.5%)

    50. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.5%)

    51. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.5%)

    52. Clemson: 105.2 (0.47%)

    53. Baylor Bears: 110.2 (0.45%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 110.2 (0.45%)

    55. UCLA: 110.2 (0.45%)

    56. Villanova Wildcats: 120.2 (0.41%)

    57. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    58. Auburn Tigers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    59. NC State: 120.2 (0.41%)

    60. TCU: 130.2 (0.38%)

    61. UCF Knights: 130.2 (0.38%)

    62. Seton Hall Pirates: 130.2 (0.38%)

    63. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.38%)

    64. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.38%)

    65. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.38%)

    66. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.36%)

    67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.33%)

    68. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.33%)

    69. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.33%)

    70. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.33%)

    71. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.28%)

    72. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.28%)

    73. Creighton: 180.2 (0.28%)

    74. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.28%)

    75. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.28%)

    76. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.28%)

    77. Oregon Ducks: 180.2 (0.28%)

    78. St. Louis Billikens: 200.25 (0.25%)

    79. LSU: 230.2 (0.22%)

    80. Wake Forest: 230.2 (0.22%)

    81. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.22%)

    82. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.22%)

    83. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.22%)

    84. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.22%)

    85. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.22%)

    86. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.19%)

    87. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.18%)

    88. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.18%)

    89. Boise State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    90. Marquette: 280.2 (0.18%)

    91. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    92. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    93. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    94. Colorado: 280.2 (0.18%)

    95. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.18%)

    96. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.18%)

    97. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.18%)

    98. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.18%)

    99. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    100. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.18%)

    101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.18%)

    102. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.18%)

    103. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.18%)

    104. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.18%)

    105. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    106. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.18%)

    107. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    108. Florida State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    109. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

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