Howard stayed within reach for three quarters before Iowa State’s fourth-quarter surge sent the Bison to a 75-55 loss in Ames. Sophomore guard Ariella Henigan led Howard with 14 points and added eight rebounds and two blocks.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Iowa State 75, Howard 55.
  • Fourth quarter: Iowa State 23, Howard 13; the Cyclones shot 66% in the period.
  • Henigan: 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks in 33 minutes.
  • Zoe Stewart: 12 points on 4-of-13 shooting.
Yes, But

Howard had narrowed the gap to five and matched Iowa State’s scoring in the third quarter, but couldn’t sustain that push against the Big 12 team’s late offensive burst.

What's Next

Howard visits rival Georgetown on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. at McDonough Gymnasium.

Bottom Line

Howard showed it could compete with a nationally established opponent for much of the game, but Iowa State’s fourth-quarter efficiency proved decisive.