Iowa State vs. Creighton in women's Sweet 16: Key matchups, time, channel, how to watch
The Iowa State women's basketball team is looking to advance to the Elite Eight. Standing in their way? The Big East's Creighton Bluejays.
The 3-seed Cyclones (28-6, 14-4 in the Big 12) took down Georgia 67-44 on Sunday in Ames to advance to their first Sweet 16 contest since 2010. Iowa State saw four players score in double figures, including a 20-point performance from Lexi Donarski.
Meanwhile, the 10-seed Bluejays (22-9, 15-5 in the Big East) upset Iowa 64-62 in the Round of 32 on Sunday to make it to the Sweet 16.
Here's what Cyclone fans need to know about Iowa State's key matchups against Creighton, how to watch the game and more.
Who are the key players for Iowa State?
Associated Press second team All-American Ashley Joens is just one Cyclone to look out for. Joens averages 20.5 points per game on 41.2% shooting. She also averages 9.6 rebounds per game.
Lexi Donarski (14.4 points per game) and Emily Ryan (12.8) round out the double-digit scorers for Iowa State.
Who are the key players for Creighton?
Emma Ronsiek leads the Bluejays with 14.7 points per game. Lauren Jensen, who hit the game-winning shot to beat Iowa in the Round of 32, averages 12.6.
How Iowa State got to the Sweet 16
Iowa State first faced UT Arlington in the Round of 64 on March 18, winning 78-71. In the Round of 32 against Georgia, Iowa State cruised to a 67-44 win.
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How Creighton got to the Sweet 16
The Bluejays stunned No. 2 seed Iowa on Iowa City to advance to the Sweet 16, beating the Hawkeyes 64-62 on a three-pointer from Jensen with 12 seconds remaining. Creighton notched an 84-74 win over Colorado in the Round of 64.
History of Iowa State vs. Creighton
Iowa State and Creighton have played 23 times dating back to 1980, with the Cyclones winning 16 of the matchups. The last time the two teams faced off was 2008 in Omaha, which was the 10th straight win for the Cyclones in the series.
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What time is Friday's Iowa State-Creighton tipoff?
The game is scheduled to start at 8:30 p.m. CT in Greensboro, North Carolina.
What TV channel is Iowa State vs. Creighton on?
Iowa State vs. Creighton airs on ESPN 2.
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What game is before Iowa State vs. Creighton?
No. 1 seed South Carolina plays No. 5 North Carolina Friday at 6 p.m. CT. That game airs on ESPN. South Carolina, which features national player of the year candidate Aliyah Boston, beat Miami and Howard to get to the Sweet 16. North Carolina defeated Arizona on Monday and Stephen F. Austin in the Round of 64.
How can I stream Cyclones women's basketball?
Fans can stream Iowa State's game against Creighton through the Watch ESPN app using their cable provider login.
Can I listen to the game on radio?
Here's a list of all Cyclone Radio Network stations in Iowa.
Ticket prices for Iowa State's Sweet 16 game against Creighton
For those looking to buy tickets to the Sweet 16 can do so by going through the Greensboro Coliseum's Ticketmaster site. Tickets for both sessions (March 25 and 27) range start at $30.
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