It's interesting and I'd like to see why Iowa ended up there, but also why ISU sits at #31.
Will we be favored over Iowa State this year?
Iowa came in at 23rd in this prior to the 2017-2018 season....
In the whatever category, I'm expecting this year to be a big improvement in the standings. Somewhat do to the Big being bad, but also experience. Top 20? NO.
I still think Ken Pom has more merit. And it's definitely led to spirited discussions on this board. The last two teams to have the distinction of being the highest ranked KenPom not to make the NCAA'S ended up winning the NIT (Penn State and TCU). In 2013 the two highest ranked KenPom teams not to get NCAA bids were Baylor and Iowa. They were the two teams to play for the NIT championship.
Will we be favored over Iowa State this year?