- Matchup: Iona Gaels vs UMKC Kangaroos
- Date of Game: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Venue: Swinney Center, Kansas City, MO
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The UMKC Kangaroos (1-1) will face off against the Iona Gaels (1-0) at Swinney Center this Tuesday.
In their previous outing, the Iona Gaels triumphed over Hofstra with a score of 81-73. In terms of fouling, the Gaels recorded 17 fouls, while Hofstra tallied 24. Iona connected on 7 of 25 attempts from beyond the arc. Hofstra managed a free throw percentage of 55.6%, hitting 10 of 18 shots. Furthermore, Hofstra secured 37 rebounds (13 offensive, 24 defensive) but did not register any blocked shots. They dished out 12 assists and achieved 7 steals during the game. Defensively, Iona permitted their opponents to shoot 44.4% from the field, allowing 28 of 63 shots to connect. The Gaels provided 16 assists, forced 15 turnovers, and garnered 8 steals. On rebounding, they collected a total of 34 boards with 10 being offensive. At the free-throw line, Iona successfully converted 18 of 27 attempts for a percentage of 66.7%. They concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 45.0% (27 of 60) and hit 9 of 26 shots from three-point range.
CJ Anthony was pivotal in this game, shooting an impressive 83.3% from the field while providing 5 assists. He logged 30 minutes on the floor, secured 4 rebounds, and contributed 24 points from 5 of 6 attempts.
Iona steps into this game with a 1-0 record for the season. They are averaging 15.0 turnovers per game and are committing 17.0 fouls. As a unit, the Gaels are securing 35.0 rebounds per game and have recorded 16 assists for the season, which ranks 343rd in NCAA statistics. They are making 34.6% of their three-point attempts (9 of 26) and converting 66.7% from the free-throw line. Their scoring averages stand at 81.0 points per game (ranked 187th nationally) while achieving a field goal percentage of 45.0%.
Defensively, the Gaels are generating 15.0 turnovers per game while yielding 24.0 personal fouls. They are ranked 23rd in NCAA for limiting assists given to opponents, allowing just 12 per game. Iona’s defense permits an opponent shooting percentage of 44.4% (28 of 63) and they yield an average of 39.0 rebounds per game. They have restricted opponents to shoot 28.0% from beyond the arc and rank 204th in points surrendered per game (73.0).
In their last game, the UMKC Kangaroos suffered a defeat against Southern Illinois, losing 101-78. On the rebounding front, UMKC allowed Southern Illinois a total of 36 rebounds (9 offensive). They shot 38.5% from three-point territory, making 5 of 13 attempts, and managed to convert 16 out of 26 free throw attempts for a percentage of 61.5%. The Kangaroos permitted Southern Illinois to shoot 40 of 61 attempts from the field, achieving a rate of 65.6% in that game. Overall, the Kanagroos managed 28 of 69 field goals, resulting in a field goal percentage of 40.6%. From long range, UMKC made 8 of 21 three-point attempts (38.1%) and converted 14 free throw attempts with a percentage of 60.9%. Southern Illinois committed 24 fouls, giving UMKC 23 free throw opportunities. They committed 12 turnovers while managing to secure 6 steals throughout the game. The Kangaroos compiled 15 defensive rebounds and 13 offensive rebounds, totaling 28 boards.
Karmello Branch stood out for the Kangaroos, achieving 18 points in his 25 minutes on the court, along with 2 assists. He recorded a 50.0% shooting percentage (6 of 12) and grabbed 1 rebound in this contest.
Currently, UMKC holds a record of 1-1 for the season. Offensively, the Kangaroos are making 43.0% of their field goals, placing them at 257th in NCAA rankings. They have scored a total of 158 points this season (79.0 per game) while averaging 36.0 rebounds per game. Their assist numbers stand at 11.5 per game (297th nationally), with an average of 12.5 turnovers each contest. The Kangaroos are committing 18.0 fouls every game and making 65.2% of their free throw attempts.
The UMKC defense allows 26.5% shooting from beyond the arc (9 of 34), while opponents convert 63.4% from the free-throw line. They allow 17.0 assists and 36.0 rebounds per game, ranking 314th and 212th in the nation, respectively. Currently, the Kangaroos rank 321st in NCAA at 87.5 points allowed per game, and they force opponents into 12.0 turnovers, all while allowing a staggering 56.5% shooting percentage from the field (ranked 362nd in D-1).
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Iona
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