Gonzaga-Iowa State key matchups
Iowa State guard Deonte Burton (30) was the Big 12 newcomer of the year last season after transferring from Marquette. (Phelan M. Ebenhack / Associated Press)
Iowa State’s guards vs. Gonzaga’s defense
The Cyclones’ four leading scorers are senior guards. Monte Morris is a preseason All-American. Deonte Burton, a 6-foot-5, 250-pounder, is a tough matchup. Matt Thomas and Naz Mitrou-Long are accomplished 3-point shooters.
Silas Melson, Josh Perkins, Jordan Mathews and Nigel Williams-Goss, with help from the bigs, will try to limit the production of ISU’s talented guard line.