Auburn vs Iowa State: Top-5 Maui Invitational Clash Betting Guide & Props
The #4 Auburn Tigers (4-0, 3-0-1 ATS) face the #5 Iowa State Cyclones (3-0, 1-2 ATS) in a highly anticipated Maui Invitational matchup on Monday at 9:00 pm ET. Auburn enters as a 4.5-point favorite.
Basketball players running during game action
Auburn comes in riding high after their signature 74-69 win over then-#4 Houston on Nov. 9. Senior forward Johni Broome leads the Tigers' second-ranked offense, averaging 20.0 PPG and 11.3 RPG, with four other players scoring in double figures.
Iowa State brings back four starters from last year's Sweet 16 team that led the nation in Defensive Efficiency. The Cyclones have dominated their early schedule, holding opponents to just 50.7 PPG, though they haven't faced a top-200 team yet.
Current odds:
- Spread: Auburn -4.5
- Moneyline: Auburn -200, Iowa State +170
- Total: 144.5 (Under -115)
Key Player Props (FanDuel):
- Johni Broome: 18.5 points
- Curtis Jones/Keshon Gilbert: 12.5 points
Predictions:
- Iowa State moneyline (+170)
- Under 144.5 (-110)
Analysis: Iowa State's elite defense and experience make them an attractive underdog. Their ability to defend Broome without compromising perimeter coverage should keep this close. The under also looks promising given both teams' defensive prowess and Auburn's slower pace (150th nationally).
Record: 5-1 (+3.39 units in 2024-25 NCAAM season)