TUCSON, Ariz. (Interstat) — Arizona used a strong first half to secure a 73-57 victory over Iowa State in a nonconference men’s basketball game Monday night at McKale Center.

The Wildcats built a 37-25 lead by halftime and maintained control throughout the second half before a crowd of 14,688. The win improved Arizona’s record to 28-2, while the Cyclones fell to 24-6. The game was organized by the Big 12 conference. Arizona entered the contest as a 7.5-point favorite. The teams combined for 130 total points, falling well under the over/under line of 147.5. Iowa State next hosts Arizona State on Saturday. Arizona visits Colorado the same day.