Iowa Triumphs Over Ohio State 91-70 in Thrilling Jan 25 Game Recap
The Iowa Hawkeyes secured a decisive victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes, winning 91-70 on January 25. This game was notable for the remarkable performances of several Iowa players, especially freshman Addie Deal, who scored a career-high 20 points.
Iowa Triumphs Over Ohio State 91-70
The game took place in Iowa City, where the No. 10-ranked Hawkeyes faced off against the No. 12-ranked Buckeyes. With this victory, Iowa improved its record to 18-2, maintaining an unbeaten 9-0 record in the Big Ten Conference.
Standout Performances
- Addie Deal: 20 points
- Hannah Stuelke: 18 points, 15 rebounds (sixth double-double of the season)
- Ava Heiden: 18 points
- Chazadi Wright: 14 points
- Jaloni Cambridge (Ohio State): 26 points, 10 rebounds
The Hawkeyes dominated in various statistical categories. They shot an impressive 57.8% from the field and out-rebounded the Buckeyes 48-30. Iowa also had a significant advantage in bench scoring, with a 33-3 edge.
Game Highlights
Iowa showcased their strength in the first half, leading by as much as 23 points in the second half. They built a 48-32 halftime lead, thanks to two critical scoring runs. A 16-3 run at the end of the first quarter set the tone, followed by a 13-2 run late in the second quarter.
Ohio State’s Jaloni Cambridge led her team with 26 points and 10 rebounds, supported by Chance Gray’s 16 points and Ava Watson’s 10 points. The Buckeyes fell to 18-3 for the season and 7-2 in the conference.
Injury Report
Iowa suffered a setback when senior guard Taylor McCabe sustained a knee injury on the game’s first play. McCabe, who averages 8.5 points per game and leads the team with 49 three-pointers, was carried off the court. She later returned to the bench with an ice pack.
The Hawkeyes will next face USC in a two-game West Coast trip on Thursday, while Ohio State will host Wisconsin on the same day.
