Memphis upsets No. 18 Iowa State 80-76 in college basketball

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Memphis upsets No. 18 Iowa State 80-76 in college basketball
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Memphis Tigers defeated No. 18 Iowa State 80-76 on November 2nd at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This marked Memphis' first victory of the season and an early upset in college basketball. Jayden Reid led all scorers with 26 points, contributing significantly to Memphis' offense, including key free throws down the stretch. The Tigers overcame Iowa State's shooting advantages by excelling in three-point shooting and fast-break points. Following this win, Memphis aims to build confidence as they look to establish themselves in the American Conference this season.

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  • •Memphis wins 80-76 against Iowa State on November 2nd.
  • •Jayden Reid scores 26 points, leading all scorers.
  • •Memphis makes seven steals and wins fast-break points 14-5.
  • •Tigers shoot 45% from three-point range.
  • •Iowa State scores 38 points in the paint but loses the game.
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The Memphis Tigers took down No. 18 Iowa State in an upset win. The game took place on November 2nd in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, at the Sanford Pentagon. The Tigers won by a score of 80-76, giving them the first upset of the college basketball season. Iowa State was a team that was expected […] The post Memphis Stuns No. 18 Iowa State in Statement Win appeared first on HEAVY.

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