Why Iowa State’s Latest Blowout vs. Arizona State Has the Internet Buzzing
The Hilton Magic Returns
Entering the game, the stakes were high. Both teams were neck-and-neck in the Big 12, with Arizona State sitting at 21-6 and looking to secure a crucial road win. Instead, they ran into a buzzsaw. The Cyclones (now 21-6, 9-6 Big 12) defended their home court with an offensive explosion, marking their third conference game this season scoring over 90 points. The energy in Ames was electric, proving once again that Hilton Coliseum remains one of the toughest environments in college sports.
Audi Crooks & Jada Williams Dominate
The box score tells the story of two unstoppable forces. Audi Crooks continued her reign in the paint, leading all scorers with 28 points and grabbing 12 rebounds for a massive double-double. On the perimeter, Jada Williams was lights out, dropping 26 points and draining four three-pointers.
Perhaps the biggest storyline was the return of Addy Brown. Playing for the first time since early January, she made an immediate impact with 7 rebounds and 6 assists in just 20 minutes, acting as the glue that held the high-powered offense together.
What This Means for March
This wasn’t just a win; it was a resume-builder. By crushing a strong Arizona State squad, Iowa State has solidified its position in the upper echelon of the Big 12 just weeks before tournament play begins. For Arizona State, the 26-point loss serves as a wake-up call as they look to regroup for the final stretch of the season. As clips of Crooks’ dominance and Williams’ sharpshooting flood social media timelines, one thing is clear: the Cyclones are peaking at the perfect time.
