Bennett Stirtz puts up 21 as Iowa takes down Xavier

In a commanding performance, Bennett Stirtz led Iowa with 21 points and eight rebounds, contributing significantly to their 81-62 win against Xavier. This victory highlights Iowa's strong offensive capabilities, as evidenced by Tavion Banks' assist that set up a crucial fastbreak dunk for Stirtz, which helped Iowa take the lead. The synergy between Stirtz and Banks is becoming a key aspect of Iowa's strategy, especially as they prepare for upcoming high-stakes games, where maintaining pressure will be essential for success.