No. 10 Iowa State (13-0, 1-0 Big 12) will face off against Houston (6-6, 0-1 Big 12) at the Fertitta Center in Houston, Texas, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. CT. The matchup will mark the Cyclones’ first Big 12 road game of the season after they secured a thrilling victory over Kansas in their last outing. Iowa State has previously won both encounters against Houston since the Cougars joined the Big 12, boasting impressive wins in both games by double digits.
In their most recent contest, Iowa State edged past the Jayhawks with a buzzer-beater from Kenzie Hare, sealing a 79-76 victory. The standout performer for Iowa State was Audi Crooks, who scored an astounding 41 points, marking her fourth consecutive game with over 30 points. Addy Brown also contributed significantly, playing the full duration of the match and finishing with 16 points and eight rebounds. Jada Williams recorded her fifth double-double of the season with 11 points and 10 assists, cementing her status as a key player for the Cyclones.
Addy Brown has recently made headlines by recording the fourth triple-double in Iowa State’s history against Norfolk State, showcasing the depth of talent on this year’s squad. The Cyclones’ powerful trio—Brown, Crooks, and Williams—continues to make an impact in the Big 12, ranking among the top performers in numerous statistical categories. Audi Crooks leads the nation with the longest active streak in NCAA women’s basketball, having scored in double figures for 79 straight games, a record last achieved by Brittney Griner.
Iowa State’s coaching duo of Bill Fennelly and Matthew Mitchell will meet for the first time, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the match. As the Cyclones look to extend their undefeated streak, fans will be eager to see if they can maintain their momentum against the Cougars.
With the team demonstrating strong on-court chemistry and skillful execution, Iowa State appears poised for another successful season. The upcoming clash against Houston provides an opportunity for the Cyclones to further solidify their standing in the Big 12 as they chase championship aspirations.