BYU Defeats Iowa State in Record-Breaking Big 12 Quarterfinal Matchup

The Cougars set a Big 12 tournament record with 18 three-pointers, overcoming Curtis Jones' 31-point game to advance to the semifinals.

BYU's Richie Saunders led the team with 23 points, including a pivotal three-pointer in the final minute, and Fousseyni Traore added 15 points in the 96-90 win.
The Cougars and Cyclones combined for a Big 12 tournament record 31 three-pointers, with BYU hitting 18 of 36 from beyond the arc.
Iowa State's Curtis Jones scored 31 points, including seven three-pointers, but the Cyclones were without key guards Tamin Lipsey and Keshon Gilbert due to injuries.
BYU's victory extends their winning streak to nine games, securing a spot in the semifinals against either Houston or Colorado.
The Cyclones had a 72-64 lead in the second half before BYU went on an 11-0 run, ultimately controlling the game in the final minutes with strong free-throw shooting and defense.