College basketball left no lull after football’s BCS National Championship. No. 5 Michigan State needed OT to defend its home court against No. 3 Ohio State, while No. 9 Iowa State rolled against visiting No. 7 Baylor, 87-72.
College basketball schedule: Michigan State, Iowa State defend courts in a pair of Top-10 battles
Kansas State now owners of 10 straight wins
Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY SportsThe Wildcats have rattled off 10 straight wins since last losing to Georgetown Nov. 22. During that time, the Wildcats have wins against both Gonzaga and Oklahoma State.
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Read Article >Iowa St. keeps pace with perfection
Reese Strickland-USA TODAY SportThe Bears only trailed by two at halftime, but had trouble keeping pace with Kane and one of the higher scoring offenses in the nation. Iowa State averages 87 points per game, good for ninth in the NCAA.
Baylor tied the game, 42-42, with 18 minutes remaining in the second half, and that was as close as it would get. The Cyclones went on a quick 10-2 run to give themselves a comfortable lead, which they maintained for the rest of the game. Kane finished the game with 30 points, eight rebounds, nine assists and five steals.
Read Article >Michigan State hosts Ohio State on Tuesday
Ryan YoungThe first day of the season college basketball has to itself out from under the shadow of its football counterpart is Tuesday, and stationing yourself in front of your television is advised. A handful of ranked games will be played on national television, including three featuring high-profile undefeated teams.
And now for the rest of the big games Tuesday:
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