Iowa Defeats North Dakota 110-68 in Season Opener; Payton Sandfort Leads with 21 Points

Impressive Hawkeyes Performance Includes Contributions from Six Players Scoring in Double Figures, Dominant 3-Point Shooting, and Solid Defense Against North Dakota in Season Opener

Payton Sandfort led the Hawkeyes with 21 points and nine rebounds, alongside contributions from five other players who scored in double figures, propelling Iowa to a 110-68 victory over North Dakota.
Ben Krikke and Tony Perkins chipped in with 18 and 10 points respectively, each also grabbing six rebounds, helping Iowa dominate on the glass.
Iowa showcased reported ball movement, dishing out 23 assists and maintaining a low turnover count of just seven.
The Hawkeyes demonstrated exceptional shooting efficiency, hitting 53.3% from the field and 50% from the 3-point line. Their defense stole the ball 12 times, while North Dakota notably struggled from distance, making only 4 of 25 attempts.
Iowa led comfortably throughout the game, taking a commanding lead early on and outscoring North Dakota in each half. Notably, an 11-0 run in the second half ensured their victory.