Iowa Hawkeyes Beat South Dakota, 96-77

The Iowa Hawkeyes secured a 96-77 victory over South Dakota Coyotes, improving their record to 3-0. Josh Dix led Iowa with a stellar performance, scoring 23 points on 8-of-10 shooting, including 5-of-6 from three-point range. The Hawkeyes dominated the second half, shooting 65% from the field and extending their lead to as much as 23 points after a decisive 13-0 run. Despite missing key player Owen Freeman, Iowa showcased strong defensive performances and effective shooting, maintaining their unbeaten record early in the season. South Dakota's Kaleb Stewart was the standout for the Coyotes with 26 points, but the team struggled against Iowa's defensive pressure, resulting in 13 turnovers. Iowa's strong shooting and depth, highlighted by their bench scoring 37 points, proved crucial in maintaining their lead throughout the game.