A notable fixture sits on the schedule as Iowa Hawkeyes prepares to face Eastern Illinois. There's real importance attached to this result in NCAA, with the opening tip arriving
Across USA, the sport keeps a loyal and engaged following, framing the wider backdrop to this meeting.
Ball movement and floor spacing may well define the opening stretch. How each side handles the opening quarter may shape the rhythm of the rest of the contest. Can either defense force consistently difficult looks? Could foul trouble end up reshaping either team's rotation?
Both teams appear capable of keeping this one tight. Will turnovers end up costly for either team? Fans can track Basketball live scoring and updates as the game unfolds.