"This game features two of the best defenses in college basketball over the past couple of seasons, a pair of units that put a premium on ball pressure and forcing turnovers. Iowa State would appear better suited to handle an aggressive defense with Tamin Lipsey, one of the nation's best point guards, running the show, as St. John's is still a work in progress at that position."
"Both teams are looking to notch their first noteworthy win of the campaign, as Oregon swept through a soft opening to its schedule while Auburn came up just short against Houston in its one big game so far. With Tigers leading scorer Keyshawn Hall expected to miss this one after suffering an injury in the loss to Houston, they will need Tahaad Pettiford to break out of his early-season slump."
Las Vegas will host the Players Era Festival featuring 18 top teams, including nine in the AP Top 25, with each participating program guaranteed $1 million. Marquee matchups include Alabama vs. Gonzaga on Monday and Houston vs. Tennessee on Tuesday, culminating in a championship game on Wednesday. Notable nonconference contests will also occur elsewhere during Thanksgiving week. The Iowa State–St. John's matchup will highlight two strong defenses, ball pressure and turnover creation, with Tamin Lipsey anchoring Iowa State's backcourt. Oregon and Auburn will each pursue a signature win, with Auburn potentially missing Keyshawn Hall and needing Tahaad Pettiford to rebound from an early slump.
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