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No. 3 Michigan Looks to Finish Perfect Big Ten Road Record Against Iowa
Wolverines aim to secure No. 1 seed in NCAA Tournament, Hawkeyes seek Quad 1 win on Senior Night
Mar. 5, 2026 at 12:23pm
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The third-ranked Michigan Wolverines (27-2, 17-1) travel to Carver-Hawkeye Arena to take on the Iowa Hawkeyes (20-9, 10-8) in a Big Ten matchup. Michigan is looking to finish a perfect road record in conference play, a feat not accomplished by a Big Ten team since 1976. The Wolverines are riding a 13-game winning streak and boast one of the nation's most efficient offenses. Iowa, playing their home finale, is looking to rebound from a tough loss and improve their NCAA Tournament resume with a Quad 1 win on Senior Night.
Why it matters
This game has major implications for both teams. Michigan is aiming to continue making its case for a No. 1 seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, while Iowa is looking to climb in the Big Ten standings and add another Quad 1 win to their tournament resume. The Wolverines' size advantage could test the Hawkeyes, but Iowa is hoping for a little magic on Senior Night.
The details
Michigan has a 11-1 record in Quad 1 games and is 12-1 in Quad 2 games. The Wolverines are ranked No. 2 in KenPom and the NET rankings. Iowa is 3-7 in Quad 1 games and 7-1 in Quad 2 games, and is ranked No. 23 in KenPom and 26th in the NET. Michigan's 7-foot-3 Aday Mara and 6-foot-9 Morez Johnson Jr. provide a size advantage, but Iowa is led by the 20.5 points per game from Bennett Stirtz and will be playing in front of a home crowd on Senior Night.
- Michigan is riding a 13-game winning streak heading into this matchup.
- Iowa is coming off a tough 71-69 upset loss to Penn State in their last game.
The players
Aday Mara
Michigan's 7-foot-3 center who will look to use his size to test Iowa.
Morez Johnson Jr.
Michigan's 6-foot-9 forward who provides additional size and length for the Wolverines.
Bennett Stirtz
Iowa's leading scorer, averaging 20.5 points per game, and will be the primary focus for Michigan's defense.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
The winner of this game will take a step closer to securing their NCAA Tournament positioning, with Michigan looking to lock up a No. 1 seed and Iowa seeking to improve their resume.
The takeaway
This matchup features two teams heading in different directions, with Michigan looking to finish off a perfect Big Ten road record and Iowa hoping to pull off an upset on Senior Night. The Wolverines' size and efficiency will be tested, but a win would further cement their status as a top contender for the national title.
