Youngstown State Defeats Georgia Southern 67-61
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30 PM ET · John Hurst Adams Gymnasium
Youngstown State Penguins 67, Georgia Southern Eagles 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Georgia Southern Eagles vs Youngstown State Penguins?
Youngstown State Penguins beat Georgia Southern Eagles 67-61 at John Hurst Adams Gymnasium on November 24, 2025.
Who was favored in Georgia Southern Eagles vs Youngstown State Penguins?
Youngstown State Penguins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Youngstown State Penguins secured a 67-61 victory over the Georgia Southern Eagles at John Hurst Adams Gymnasium. This win marks an important moment for the Penguins as they aimed to break a three-game losing streak, while the Eagles were looking to bounce back from their own two-game skid.
Both teams entered the game with identical records of 3-4, making this fixture particularly significant as they sought to improve their standings. Youngstown State's recent form showed a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, with an average of 76.6 points scored and 75.0 points allowed. However, they had struggled in their last three outings, all losses, including a recent defeat to UNC Greensboro Spartans, where they lost 62-68. In contrast, Georgia Southern's last ten games yielded a record of 6-4, with their scoring average matching their defensive average at 79.9 points. Their recent form included a disappointing 72-98 loss to Florida State, contributing to their current two-game losing streak.
At home, Youngstown State had performed well, boasting a home record of 2-0 this season, while Georgia Southern struggled on the road with a 1-4 record. This home advantage was evident as the Penguins looked to capitalize on their familiar surroundings.
In terms of previous meetings, the block did not provide specific details on past encounters between these two teams, but the current context of both teams' records and recent performances added to the intrigue of the matchup.
Injury updates were not provided in the block, so the impact of player availability on team performance remains unclear. However, both teams were eager to field their best lineups to secure a much-needed victory.
The market had priced Youngstown State as the favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win this game. The conditions in the gym were likely favorable for both teams, contributing to an exciting atmosphere for fans and players alike.
As the game progressed, Youngstown State managed to maintain their lead, with key scoring plays in the second half solidifying their victory. Notable moments included multiple free throws from Cam Polak and Jason Nelson, who contributed crucial points down the stretch. Nakavieon White also made significant contributions with a layup that kept Georgia Southern at bay.
Ultimately, the Penguins' ability to execute in critical moments and their home court advantage proved decisive in this matchup, allowing them to emerge victorious with a final score of 67-61.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | — | 164.5 o -115 / u -108 | Georgia Southern Eagles +102 · Youngstown State Penguins -122 |
Leaders
- PointsRich Rolf22Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsDrew King4Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsRich Rolf6Youngstown State Penguins
- PointsAlden Applewhite16Georgia Southern Eagles
- AssistsTyren Moore3Georgia Southern Eagles
- ReboundsSpudd Webb7Georgia Southern Eagles
Recent form
Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 4-6Streak L376.6 scored · 75 allowed per game2-0 at home
- L62-68at UNC Greensboro SpartansNov 23
- L75-92at Toledo RocketsNov 20
- L80-84at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 15
- W115-53vs Penn State Shenango Nittany LionsNov 10
- W90-81at Grand Canyon LopesNov 8
- L59-74at Pittsburgh PanthersNov 4
- L78-89at Robert Morris ColonialsMar 11
- W56-54at Cleveland State VikingsMar 11
- W72-67vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsMar 7
- L79-88at Northern Kentucky NorseMar 1
Georgia Southern Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak L279.9 scored · 79.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L72-98at Florida State SeminolesNov 21
- L66-68at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 19
- W98-79vs Johnson C. Smith Golden BullsNov 14
- W95-94at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesNov 12
- W93-90vs UNC Asheville BulldogsNov 8
- L89-92at East Carolina PiratesNov 5
- L71-80at Georgia State PanthersMar 6
- W78-64vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesMar 5
- W76-75vs Georgia State PanthersMar 1
- W61-59vs App State MountaineersFeb 26
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
| 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 | Georgia Southern Eagles | Youngstown State Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-57 | 23-51 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-26 | 8-25 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 32 |
| Free throws | 13-15 | 13-18 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 28 |
| Assists | 6 | 8 |
| Steals | 10 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 28 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half28-29Tyren Moore made Three Point Jumper.
- 1st Half28-32Rich Rolf made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drew King.
- 1st Half29-32Spudd Webb made Free Throw.
- 1st Half30-32Spudd Webb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-32Tyren Moore made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dwayne Williams Jr.
- 2nd Half35-32Tyren Moore made Jumper.
- 2nd Half35-34Cris Carroll made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-36Jason Nelson made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-36Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-36Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-38Imanuel Zorgvol made Layup. Assisted by Cris Carroll.
- 2nd Half37-41Cris Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jason Nelson.
- 2nd Half39-41Andres Burney made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-44Cam Polak made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-47Cris Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drew King.
- 2nd Half42-47Nakavieon White made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jefferson Koulibaly.
- 2nd Half42-49Cris Carroll made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-49Khayri Dunn made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-52Rich Rolf made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drew King.
- 2nd Half47-52Nakavieon White made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-54Jason Nelson made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-54Nakavieon White made Dunk. Assisted by Tyren Moore.
- 2nd Half49-56Cris Carroll made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-58Imanuel Zorgvol made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-58Spudd Webb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-58Spudd Webb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-60Cris Carroll made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-60Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-60Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-62Rich Rolf made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-62Jefferson Koulibaly made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-62Alden Applewhite made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-63Cam Polak made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-64Cam Polak made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-64Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-64Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-65Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-66Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Nakavieon White made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-67Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Youngstown State Penguins, below favours Georgia Southern Eagles.
Venue
- John Hurst Adams GymnasiumJacksonville, FL
- Attendance542
- OfficialsShane Land, R.B. Clyburn, John Johnson
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