The Iowa State big fella had a field day against Cincinnati's defense, especially down the stretch, where ISU went on a 13-3 run to end the game. Jefferson (19 points, eight rebounds, five assists) took full control of the offense, dialing up bucket after bucket from his hands or a pass that came from him.

Iowa State averages 7.4 made 3-pointers per game, 1.1 more made shots than the 6.3 per game Cincinnati gives up. Cincinnati averages 7.3 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.1