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Iowa State vs. Baylor prediction: Iowa State favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/7/2026]
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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get Iowa State vs Baylor predictions for college basketball Wednesday.
Men's college basketball action continues on Wednesday at 8:00 PM ET as Iowa State takes on Baylor in men's college basketball action at Foster Pavilion.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model projects Iowa State as the most likely winner of the Iowa State vs. Baylor game.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Iowa State vs. Baylor prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NCAA basketball matchup between Iowa State and Baylor 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives Iowa State a 56% chance of beating Baylor. Our predicted final score has Iowa State winning 79-77.
According to our model, Baylor (+3.5) has a 61% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 155.5 points has a 52% chance of going over.
Iowa State vs. Baylor odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Iowa State | Baylor |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -3.5 (-118) | +3.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | -190 | +172 |
| Total | o155.5 (-105) | u155.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Iowa State vs. Baylor picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Baylor +3.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Baylor | +172 |
| Total | Over 155.5 | -105 |
According to our best men's college basketball bets, the top play to make on this game is Baylor +3.5 at the spread.
Iowa State vs. Baylor game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's men's college basketball game between Baylor and Iowa State at Foster Pavilion is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Iowa State vs. Baylor
- Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Foster Pavilion
Conclusion
We predict Iowa State, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat Baylor on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Iowa State vs. Baylor insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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