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N. Iowa Panthers @ Wichita State Shockers

Current Records: N. Iowa 2-1, Wichita State 2-0

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N. Iowa has played every game this season on their home court, but they'll have to hit the road on Thursday. They will face off against the Wichita State Shockers at 7:30 p.m. ET at Charles Koch Arena.

N. Iowa was supposed to head into this match following a close win against UC Irvine, but that's certainly not how things went down on Sunday. N. Iowa found themselves the reluctant recipients of an 80-60 punch to the gut against UC Irvine. The loss was the Panthers' first of the season.

Meanwhile, Wichita State got the win against Montana State on Saturday by a conclusive 89-69. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Shockers.

Wichita State's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Justin Hill, who earned 17 points along with five assists and five rebounds. Quincy Ballard was another key player, going 5 for 6 en route to 13 points plus six rebounds and four blocks.

N. Iowa's loss ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-1. As for Wichita State, their win bumped their record up to 2-0.

Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: N. Iowa has been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 36.3 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Wichita State struggles in that department as they've been averaging 41.5. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.

N. Iowa was dealt a punishing 73-44 defeat at the hands of Wichita State when the teams last played back in February of 2017. Can N. Iowa avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.

Series History

Wichita State has won 3 out of their last 5 games against N. Iowa.

  • Feb 18, 2017 - Wichita State 73 vs. N. Iowa 44
  • Jan 08, 2017 - Wichita State 80 vs. N. Iowa 66
  • Mar 05, 2016 - N. Iowa 57 vs. Wichita State 52
  • Feb 13, 2016 - N. Iowa 53 vs. Wichita State 50
  • Jan 20, 2016 - Wichita State 74 vs. N. Iowa 55