The Iowa State women had their chance over Thanksgiving to record a resume-building win when they locked up with defending national champion South Carolina.

Now, days before another holiday, the Cyclones get a second shot at that.

Iowa State (9-3) heads to Uncasville, Conn. on Tuesday night to battle Connecticut. The game, which airs live on FOX Sports 1, will be part of the Invesco Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase from Mohegan Sun Arena.

Earlier this week, the Cyclones bounced back from a loss to in-state rival Iowa by blitzing Eastern Illinois, 87-55. Audi Crooks scored 30 and Addy Brown recorded a double-double in the easy win.

Nothing, though, will come easy against the Huskies, 2023 Final Four participants. 

Connecticut (9-1) reeled off eight straight wins, including victories over North Carolina, Ole Miss and Louisville, before falling to Notre Dame last week. They rebounded with a 79-44 victory vs. Georgetown.

Paige Bueckers has returned to form, averaging almost 20 points, five rebounds, four assists and two steals per game. Sarah Strong adds 16 points and Azzi Fudd 10. 

The Huskies might have their minds focused past Iowa State and to Saturday when they face Juju Watkins and USC in another marquee showdown. 

This will be the first meeting between the Cyclones and Huskies, as ESPN’s FPI gives UConn a 98 percent chance to win.

Here are the details on how to watch Iowa State vs. Connecticut on Tuesday, Dec. 17:

Who: Iowa State vs. Connecticut in women’s basketball action

When: 7:30 p.m. CT | Tuesday, December 17

Where: Mohegan Sun Arena | Uncasville, Connecticut

Live Stream: Stream Iowa State vs. Connecticut live on fuboTV (Start your free trial)

TV Channel: FS1

Betting Odds: Not available

Our Prediction: Connecticut 86, Iowa State 77

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Connecticut is a state with a lot of history and charm. It’s full of quaint towns and lively cities, offering a mix of scenic beauty and modern attractions. From world-famous institutions like Yale University to the stunning coastline along Long Island Sound, Connecticut has something for everyone.

The state’s ongoing progress, rich cultural offerings, and educational opportunities continue to make it an appealing place to live. That said, some parts of Connecticut struggle with crime, and the state’s safety issues are often linked to higher violent crime rates in certain cities. If you’re thinking about moving to Connecticut or just curious about which places to avoid, keep reading to learn about the ten worst spots to live in the state.

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Don’t let em’ fool you, these reports/stats are what they are but this is the reality in every state in our great nation. There are cities that struggle with crime, that is just life. However, I will put our bad up against most other states and we still come out looking awesome. Connecticut has a bad national reputation as a billionaire’s asylum.

Some people think we are walking around with sweaters tied around our necks collecting checks from daddy, others think we are dodging bullets 24/7. Like everything else in life, the truth lies somewhere in the middle. Connecticut is a great place to live FULL STOP.

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