How to Watch Iowa vs. UCLA Basketball: Tip-off Time Today
Iowa basketball will face UCLA in an exciting matchup today at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. This game marks the first for Iowa in 2026, with the team holding a record of 11 wins and 2 losses, and 1 win and 1 loss in the Big Ten. UCLA, on the other hand, comes in with a 10-3 record and boasts a perfect 2-0 in the conference.
Recent Performances of Both Teams
In their previous game, Iowa secured a commanding 90-62 victory over UMass Lowell. Senior guard Bennett Stirtz excelled, scoring 22 points and providing eight assists while also making two steals. Meanwhile, UCLA enters the game on a three-game winning streak after decisively defeating UC Riverside 97-65. Senior forward Tyler Bilodeau showcased his skills by scoring 34 points, hitting four three-pointers in that game.
How to Watch Iowa vs. UCLA Basketball
The highly anticipated matchup will take place at 5 p.m. Central Time. Fans can stream the game exclusively on Peacock, featuring Paul Burmeister on play-by-play and Jess Settles offering analyses as a color commentator.
Key Players to Watch
- Bennett Stirtz (Iowa): Averaging significant contributions, Stirtz is pivotal for Iowa’s success.
- Tyler Bilodeau (UCLA): Leads the team with an impressive 19.0 points per game, shooting 54.8% overall and 46.7% from beyond the arc.
- Skyy Clark (UCLA): Contributes 14.2 points per game.
- Donovan Dent (UCLA): Adding 12.6 points per game.
- Eric Dailey Jr. (UCLA): Scores an average of 10.6 points per game.
Series History
The overall series between Iowa and UCLA shows a slight edge for Iowa, leading 5-4. Notably, Iowa remains undefeated against UCLA at home with a 2-0 record. However, the Bruins claimed the last encounter, winning decisively 94-70 on January 17 in Los Angeles.
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