How to Watch Iowa vs Rutgers Basketball: TV Channel and Time Today
On Tuesday, January 20, the Iowa Hawkeyes will host the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten Conference matchup. This game is set to take place at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, with a scheduled start time of 7:30 p.m. CT.
Matchup Overview
The Hawkeyes currently hold a record of 13 wins and 5 losses, boasting a 3-4 standing in the Big Ten Conference. In their most recent game, Iowa secured a convincing victory against Indiana, winning 74-57 on the road.
In contrast, Rutgers has struggled, with a record of 9 wins and 9 losses and 2-5 in conference play. Their latest outing resulted in a 96-87 defeat against Wisconsin.
How to Watch Iowa vs. Rutgers
For fans eager to catch the action, the game will be broadcast on BTN. Additionally, viewers can live stream the matchup on FUBO, which offers a free trial for new users.
Live Updates
If you can’t watch the game live, follow updates at El-Balad for real-time coverage and analysis.
Game Prediction
Analysts suggest that after a promising start to the season, Rutgers has faltered significantly. They began with a 4-0 record but have since managed only 5 wins in the following 14 games. Despite a couple of notable Big Ten victories against teams like Oregon and Northwestern, their performance, especially losses, has raised concerns.
Given the home-court advantage at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, expectations are high for the Hawkeyes. It is predicted that Iowa will clinch the win by a margin of at least double digits, with a suggested final score of Iowa 77, Rutgers 61.
Iowa Basketball Upcoming Schedule
The Hawkeyes have a busy schedule ahead:
- Jan. 28: vs. USC at 6 p.m. CT (BTN)
- Feb. 1: at Oregon at 7 p.m. CT (FS1)
- Feb. 4: at Washington at 10 p.m. CT (BTN)
- Feb. 8: vs. Northwestern at 2 p.m. CT (FS1)
As the season progresses, both teams will look to build momentum, making this matchup crucial for their respective campaigns.
