The #3 University of Houston Men's Basketball team will face #5 Iowa State on Monday at Hilton Coliseum, marking the start of three challenging games against Top-10 teams. Houston comes into this matchup after a 78-64 victory over Kansas State, highlighted by senior guard Emanuel Sharp's 23 points. The Cougars are aiming for their third consecutive win against Iowa State, which possesses a solid 22-3 record this season. The Cyclones have secured an impressive 14-0 home record and are eager to maintain their momentum following a triumph over Kansas.

By the Numbers
  • Houston's current AP poll streak: 121 weeks, longest active.
  • Iowa State's home record this season: 14-0.
Yes, But

While Houston holds a strong position in rankings, their performance in road games against Iowa State raises concerns since they've lost the last two matches played in Ames.

State of Play
  • Houston's record: 23-3, tied for the most wins in school history this season.
  • Iowa State's conference record: 9-3, tied for third in the Big 12.
What's Next

Following the matchup with Iowa State, the Cougars will host #1 Arizona and then travel to face #9 Kansas. These games will heavily impact their conference standing and playoff positioning.

Bottom Line

Houston needs to secure this road win against Iowa State to solidify their championship aspirations amid a challenging February schedule of ranked opponents.