Youngstown State Dominates Cleveland State 106-82
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center
Youngstown State Penguins 106, Cleveland State Vikings 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cleveland State Vikings vs Youngstown State Penguins?
Youngstown State Penguins beat Cleveland State Vikings 106-82 at Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center on February 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Cleveland State Vikings vs Youngstown State Penguins?
Youngstown State Penguins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -700 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Youngstown State Penguins triumphed over the Cleveland State Vikings with a final score of 106-82. This victory was significant for the Penguins, who improved their record to 15-14, while the Vikings fell to 10-19. The game took place at the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center, showcasing the Penguins' offensive prowess.
The Penguins entered the game with a mixed recent form, having a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. Their scoring average over this stretch was 80.9 points per game, while they allowed an average of 74.7 points. In their last five games, they scored an average of 79.4 points and allowed 73.4 points. However, they were coming off a loss to the Detroit Mercy Titans, which ended a brief two-game winning streak. In contrast, the Vikings also had a 5-5 record in their last ten games but were struggling more recently, having lost their last three games. Their average points scored during this stretch was 82.4, but they allowed a concerning 85.6 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
At home, Youngstown State had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Cleveland State managed a 3-2 record in their last five away games. The Penguins had previously faced the Vikings on January 17, 2026, where they lost 78-80, making this victory a sweet revenge for them.
The two teams had met four times in the last two seasons, splitting the series at 2-2. The Penguins had won their last encounter earlier in the 2025 season, but Cleveland State had won the most recent meeting before this game. The Penguins were looking to assert their dominance at home, and they did just that.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is important to note that injuries can significantly impact team performance. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Youngstown State favored by 11.5 points with a moneyline of -700 for the Penguins and +500 for the Vikings. The total points set for the game was 157.5, with the odds for the over at -112 and the under at -108, indicating expectations of a high-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Zidian Family Arena was likely charged, given the stakes of the matchup. Fans witnessed a high-paced game, with Youngstown State's offense firing on all cylinders. The Penguins showcased their scoring ability, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively.
Key moments included Josiah Harris making a one-foot dunk assisted by Jaidon Lipscomb, pushing the score to 100-78 in the second half. The Penguins continued to build their lead with free throws from Vlad Salaridze and Kamari Jones, solidifying their control of the game. Rich Rolf contributed significantly with a layup and a free throw, bringing the score to 106-80. The Vikings managed a late dunk by Lucas Burton, but it was too little, too late.
Overall, this game highlighted Youngstown State's offensive capabilities and their ability to bounce back from previous losses, while Cleveland State will need to address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | YSU -11.5 | 157.5 o -112 / u -108 | Cleveland State Vikings +500 · Youngstown State Penguins -700 |
Leaders
- PointsCris Carroll26Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsCris Carroll6Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsCris Carroll6Youngstown State Penguins
- PointsJaidon Lipscomb32Cleveland State Vikings
- AssistsChevalier Emery5Cleveland State Vikings
- ReboundsJosiah Harris8Cleveland State Vikings
Recent form
Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 5-5Streak L180.9 scored · 74.7 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L70-76at Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 15
- W86-82at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 13
- L66-72vs Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 7
- W90-61at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 5
- W85-76vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 30
- L64-65vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 24
- W88-81vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 22
- L78-80at Cleveland State VikingsJan 17
- L83-93at Wright State RaidersJan 16
- W99-61vs Bryant & Stratton (OH) BobcatsJan 9
Cleveland State Vikings
Last 10: 5-5Streak L382.4 scored · 85.6 allowed per game3-2 away
- L90-102vs Wright State RaidersFeb 15
- L68-85vs Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 13
- L74-82at IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 7
- W91-78vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 5
- W90-88at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 1
- W89-82at Green Bay PhoenixJan 31
- W85-79at Wright State RaidersJan 22
- W80-78vs Youngstown State PenguinsJan 17
- L73-88vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 16
- L84-94at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Cleveland State Vikings | Youngstown State Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-65 | 33-52 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 16-47 | 14-22 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 64 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 26-34 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 30 |
| Assists | 15 | 21 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 36 |
| Fouls | 26 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 26 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-69Cris Carroll makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jason Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half51-71Tae Blackshear makes layup (Cris Carroll assists)
- 2nd Half51-74Cris Carroll makes 24-foot three point jumper (Drew King assists)
- 2nd Half51-75Cris Carroll makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-75Jaidon Lipscomb makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-75Ivan Spirov makes 2-foot dunk (Jaidon Lipscomb assists)
- 2nd Half56-76Cris Carroll makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-77Cris Carroll makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-77Jaidon Lipscomb makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-78Tae Blackshear makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-79Tae Blackshear makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-79Tre Beard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Chevalier Emery assists)
- 2nd Half62-80Cris Carroll makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-81Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-82Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-82Jaidon Lipscomb makes layup
- 2nd Half64-85Cris Carroll makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jason Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half67-85Kamari Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ivan Spirov assists)
- 2nd Half68-85Kamari Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-87Vlad Salaridze makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half71-87Jaidon Lipscomb makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-89Bryson Dawkins makes layup
- 2nd Half71-91Vlad Salaridze makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half72-91Kamari Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-91Kamari Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-93Tae Blackshear makes layup (Jason Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half73-94Tae Blackshear makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half73-96Rich Rolf makes layup
- 2nd Half76-96Jaidon Lipscomb makes 27-foot three point jumper (Chevalier Emery assists)
- 2nd Half76-97Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-98Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-100Jason Nelson makes layup
- 2nd Half78-100Josiah Harris makes 1-foot dunk (Jaidon Lipscomb assists)
- 2nd Half78-101Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-101Kamari Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-101Kamari Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-103Rich Rolf makes layup (Drew King assists)
- 2nd Half80-104Rich Rolf makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half80-106Derrick Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half82-106Lucas Burton makes 4-foot dunk (Manny Hill assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Youngstown State Penguins, below favours Cleveland State Vikings.
Venue
- Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly CenterYoungstown, OH
- Attendance1790
- OfficialsCrystal Hogan, Andy O'Brien, Mason Siler
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