Iowa Hawkeyes Dominate New Hampshire Wildcats in 112-70 Victory
IOWA CITY – The Iowa Hawkeyes put on a show Monday evening at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, defeating the New Hampshire Wildcats with a commanding score of 112-70 in a college basketball showdown.
Impressive Offensive Display
The Hawkeyes showcased their offensive prowess by eclipsing the 100-point mark for the third time this season, finishing with a whopping 112 points – tied for the second-highest scoring game in the Fran McCaffery era. Iowa made 45 field goals during the game, marking the most field goals scored under Coach McCaffery’s leadership.
Stellar Performances
Iowa started strong, scoring 62 points in the first half, the highest scoring half by a Big Ten team since 2022. Six players reached double figures in scoring, with Payton Sandfort leading the way with 15 points. Cooper Koch and Seydou Traore each contributed 14 points, while Ladji Dembele and Josh Dix added 12 and 11 points, respectively.
Efficient Shooting
The Hawkeyes were on fire from the field, shooting an impressive 60.6% (45-of-74) for the game. Koch and Dembele achieved career-high scoring performances, while Traore dished out a team-high six assists and swatted three blocks on the defensive end. Iowa’s depth was on full display, with 12 players contributing points in the victory.
Looking Ahead
With this resounding win under their belts, Iowa now sets its sights on their next challenge – a matchup against Wisconsin on Friday at the Kohl Center. The game, scheduled for 6 p.m. (CT), will be televised on FS1, giving fans a chance to see if the Hawkeyes can carry their winning momentum into the next game.
The Hawkeyes’ dominant performance against New Hampshire serves as a testament to their offensive firepower and depth. With multiple players stepping up and contributing in significant ways, Iowa’s balanced attack proved too much for the Wildcats to handle. As they prepare to face Wisconsin, the team will look to build on this success and continue their winning ways in the competitive Big Ten conference.
