Iowa used a 19-3 first half run to take command in an 83-67 win at Seton Hall.
Kris Murray tied a career high with 29 points, Tony Perkins had 18 and Filip Rebraca had 10 points and 11 rebounds. The Hawkeyes were 28 of 33 at the foul line.
Rebraca says defense was the key to the win.
Iowa coach Fran McCaffery says the Hawkeyes answered the physical challenge from Seton Hall.
The Hawkeyes only made five three pointers and only attempted 16.