In the second game of the 2024 Women's Final Four, UConn and Iowa face off in one of the most anticipated games of the Tournament. Star guards Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark will be pivotal, but what's made these teams pop is the way individuals throughout the roster have grown and contributed throughout the season.

UConn forward Aaliyah Edwards played at an All-American level and continued to expand her game as a future first round pick in the WNBA Draft. Multiple freshman stepped up for the Huskies in the wake of injuries. Kate Martin, Sydney Affolter, and Hannah Stuelke have become vital to Iowa's success.

Headed into tonight's meeting, what stands out from a betting perspective?

When: 9:30 pm EST

Where: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, Cleveland, Ohio.

How to Watch: ESPN

Picks

UConn +3 (-110)

• Iowa struggles greatly to guard the paint, and Aaliyah Edwards should play a key factor, much as she did against USC in the Elite Eight.
• UConn does not have tremendous depth, but they've shown the speed and stamina to be able to keep pace with Iowa.
• Most importantly, UConn is efficient and do not turn the ball over, cutting down Iowa transition chances.

Total Over 162.5

• Iowa plays at nearly the fastest pace in the country, in the 96th percentile per CBB Analytics.
• Iowa and LSU combined for nearly 190 points last round. 
• While UConn plays at a slower pace, I do think Iowa will work to ratchet it up.

UConn Moneyline (+130)

• I have more faith in UConn's ability to manage pace, defend, and play their game.
• Iowa does not have an answer for Aaliyah Edwards
• This game is close enough to a toss up that it's worth taking the more appealing bet.