CBB Total of the Year

We have 158 points projected. Not only has Iowa gone over eight straight but also every game went over by six or more, three by at least 16 and two of their last three by 33.5 or more. Going back further, they have gone over 13-3 with six of their last 15 games exceeding the total by at least 16.5.

Michigan State has the reputation of being a slow down team, but they can play up-tempo as three of their last five have gone over by 11.5 or more, twice by 34 or more.

Spartans will be playing at full strength with center Adrien Payne and forward Brandon Dawson back from injuries. Payne missed seven games from Jan. 11 to Feb. 1. Since his return, he has scored in double figures in 6-of-7 games, averaging 15.1 points. Dawson is also averaging double-digits, so that is some serious offense that was out, but is back in the line-up.