Singleton’s 28 points power Iowa State past Southern Miss

Singleton scored 19 points before halftime, helping the Cyclones build a 46-29 lead. Iowa State, seeking its first win after losing to Memphis in its season opener, controlled the game after Southern Miss capitalized on early turnovers.

The Cyclones outscored the Golden Eagles 26-6 in the paint in the first half and finished with a 42-20 advantage there. They also turned 18 Southern Miss turnovers into 23 points.

Singleton, a transfer from Northwestern, made 10 of 17 shots and grabbed a team-high nine rebounds. Jaquan Johnson added 10 points and four assists. Dominykas Pleta started at center and helped Iowa State extend its lead with a fast-break dunk.

Anthony Igiede led Southern Miss with 13 points. The Golden Eagles shot 36.5% from the field, while Iowa State coach T.J. Otzelberger used nine players, each of whom scored.

Iowa State (1-1) hosts Southern on Tuesday. Southern Miss (1-1) is scheduled to host Jackson State on Wednesday.