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No. 18 Iowa State Set for Memphis Opener

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No. 8 Iowa State hosts Memphis at the Sanford Pentagon in the teams’ season opener, with one preview picking the Cyclones and noting their strong record in Monday night games. Memphis is coming off a 13–19 season and has substantially rebuilt its roster, while Iowa State is replacing key departures with returning players and transfer additions. Memphis is also without projected frontcourt standout Nemanja Popovic for the first six games, giving Iowa State center Dominykas Pleta an opportunity to exploit the Tigers’ preseason struggles in the paint. Iowa State’s Tamin Lipsey is highlighted for the leadership and coordination he brings, and Ryan Prather Jr. is another player to watch. The betting preview lists Iowa State as a 14-point favorite, with the total set at 155.5; Memphis is seeking to avenge a 78–59 loss to the Cyclones in 2021.

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