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EOCBB on CBSSN: Iowa State beats Houston in thriller at Hilton Coliseum; One potentially fatal flaw for 10 national title contenders

Feb 17, 2026
They recap Iowa State’s dramatic comeback and the corner three that decided the game. They then run through one potential fatal flaw for each team in the AP Top 10, from shooting splits and closing issues to injury availability and rebounding concerns. Quick takes on tactical oddities like Arizona’s low three-point volume and surprising late-game vulnerabilities.
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INSIGHT

Michigan's Second-Half 3-Point Dip

  • Michigan excels inside the arc and on defense but lacks elite three-point shooting, especially in second halves.
  • Kyle Boone flagged a drop from 37.4% (first half) to 31.3% (second half) on non-corner threes.
INSIGHT

Closing Out Games Is Houston's Key Worry

  • Houston's main concern is closing out tight games, not overall quality.
  • Kyle Boone cites multiple losses where Houston led comfortably before relinquishing control.
ADVICE

Shore Up Duke's Backcourt Consistency

  • Duke may need more consistent guard play to complement Cameron Boozer's creation.
  • Kyle Boone warns the team lacks a true point-of-attack difference maker if Boozer isn't initiating offense.
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