South Carolina Upstate Spartans struggle against Iowa Hawkeyes
- South Carolina Upstate Spartans began the game on a five-game road losing streak.
- Iowa Hawkeyes have won all four home games this season and have a strong record.
- The Spartans aim to end their road woes but face a tough opponent in Iowa.
South Carolina Upstate Spartans faced off against the Iowa Hawkeyes on November 26, 2024, as the Spartans sought to break a five-game losing streak on the road. The game took place in Iowa City, Iowa, at 8 p.m. EST. So far this season, Iowa has shown strong performance, including a record of 5-1 and an unbeaten home record of 4-0, having consistently defeated opponents by a margin of 10 or more points. In contrast, South Carolina Upstate struggled, sitting at 2-6 and yet to win a game away from home. Despite a commendable average of 13.8 assists per game, the Spartans' defense, allowing 85.3 points per game, posed a significant challenge against Iowa's high-scoring offense, which averages 83.7 points per game. The results from this matchup further highlight the struggles faced by South Carolina Upstate on the road and emphasize Iowa's continued dominance at home.