US EditionIowa State Tramples Texas Tech to Reach Big 12 Semifinals
Iowa State capitalized on strong second-half play and injuries to Texas Tech on the new ASB GlassFloor, winning by 22 points in the Big 12 quarterfinals.
- On Thursday, seventh-ranked Iowa State advanced to the Big 12 Tournament semifinals by defeating Texas Tech 75-53, with Joshua Jefferson recording 18 points and 13 rebounds and Tamin Lipsey scoring 20.
- After trailing by 12 early, the Cyclones used a pivotal 19-3 run out of the break to regain control, holding the Red Raiders to just two field goals over the first 9 1/2 minutes of the second half.
- Texas Tech guard Christian Anderson strained a muscle after slipping on the ASB GlassFloor with about 8 1/2 minutes remaining in the game, forcing him to the bench.
- The innovative glass surface has drawn mixed reviews due to its slick nature, though Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark said the league would "react accordingly" to feedback from players and coaches.
- Iowa State will face eighth-seeded UCF or second-ranked Arizona in Friday's semifinal, while the Red Raiders' NCAA Tournament seeding remains uncertain if Anderson's injury forces him to miss games.
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