Audi Crooks shined on the court when her team, the Iowa State Cyclones, faced Kansas State in women’s college basketball. Her performance was so outstanding that some even compared her to an NBA legend.
Crooks recorded 36 points and 10 rebounds in this game, where Iowa defeated Kansas 85-63. This demonstrated her dominance on the court, making her the center of attention among NCAA fans.
During the game, Audi Crooks contributed three assists and one steal. Additionally, she made 14 of 18 field goal attempts, helping secure the Cyclones’ victory, who finished seventh in the final standings of the Big 12 regular season.
AUDI CROOKS TODAY 🔥
• 36 POINTS
• 10 REBOUNDS
• 3 ASSISTS
• 14/18 FGIOWA ST TAKES DOWN #14 KANSAS ST
— Women’s Hoops Network (@WomensHoops_USA) March 2, 2025
Audi Crooks: A future basketball legend?
The Women’s Hoops Network account on X posted a video highlighting Audi Crooks’ best moves during the game. Fans quickly began commenting on her talent and skills, comparing the 6-foot-3 player to basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal.
Some of the fans’ comments included: “No one can stop Shaquita,” “Now this is basketball. The footwork is flawless, great post positioning, perfect passes to open teammates, strong rebounding. She has incredible skills 🔥,” and “Shaq has competition.”
Crooks secured the top scorer spot in the Big 12 after an outstanding season. She is also ranked among the top 10 in the conference, averaging 7.7 rebounds per game.
This rising star in women’s basketball could help her team go far in the next Big 12 tournament. Her talent allows her to dominate and impact both ends of the court, which is why she is often compared to players of O’Neal’s caliber.
Iowa State head coach Bill Fennelly stated: “I think Audi worked as hard, if not harder, than she has in a long time to really establish a presence.” The sophomore has a promising future in the WNBA, so she must continue her physical and mental preparation to reach the big league.
