Ames, Iowa — In a commanding performance, Curtis Jones came off the bench to score 20 points, while Milan Momcilovic contributed 16, leading the No. 7 Iowa State Cyclones to an impressive 82-56 victory over Kansas City on Monday night.
Jones, who played a pivotal role as Iowa State’s sixth man last season, has now scored 20 or more points in three of his 32 games with the team, including a notable 26-point effort in a Sweet 16 matchup against Illinois last year. In his second game for the Cyclones, Charlotte transfer Dishon Jackson added 13 points and grabbed six rebounds, while Keshon Gilbert nearly achieved a double-double with nine points and ten assists.
For the Roos (2-1), Jamar Brown was the standout performer with 20 points, and Jayson Petty contributed 12.
Key Takeaways In The Game:
- Kansas City: The Roos struggled against ranked opponents, falling to 0-31 in such matchups. After making their first three shots of the game, they went cold, hitting only 5 of 23 attempts from the floor for the remainder of the first half.
- Iowa State: The Cyclones continued their strong start to the season, having won their first two games by margins of 39 and 26 points. They utilized a series of double-digit runs in the second half to secure the victory over Kansas City.
Highlight Of The Game:
A highlight of the game came early in the second half when Jackson’s powerful dunk ignited a 13-0 scoring spree, extending Iowa State’s lead to 47-24.
Key Stat In The Game:
Momcilovic, who struggled with his three-point shooting in the season opener against Mississippi Valley State, bounced back significantly, hitting all three of his attempts from beyond the arc in the first half.
Looking Ahead:
Iowa State will host IU Indianapolis next Monday, while Kansas City faces another tough challenge as they travel to play No. 14 Creighton on Saturday.
