The first quarter saw the return of Ashley Joens into the Iowa State lineup. The game started off with a slow scoring pace and cold shooting caused by solid defense from both teams. Beatriz Jordao got both of the Cyclones first two buckets to start the game. As the quarter progressed Baylor was able to open up a five point lead entering the final minute of the quarter, only for Iowa State to hit consecutive shots from behind the arc to take a one point lead into the break.
Baylor found an offensive rhythm quickly in the second and started the quarter on a 13-2 run.