Green Bay Phoenix Defeat Cleveland State Vikings 88-73
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Wolstein Center
Green Bay Phoenix 88, Cleveland State Vikings 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Green Bay Phoenix vs Cleveland State Vikings?
Green Bay Phoenix beat Cleveland State Vikings 88-73 at Wolstein Center on January 15, 2026.
Who was favored in Green Bay Phoenix vs Cleveland State Vikings?
Green Bay Phoenix were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -166 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
The Green Bay Phoenix secured a decisive 88-73 victory over the Cleveland State Vikings at the Wolstein Center on January 16, 2026. This win extends Green Bay's current winning streak to five games, showcasing their strong form as they continue to climb in the league standings. In contrast, Cleveland State's struggles continue, as they have now lost their last four games, highlighting a challenging season for the Vikings.
In terms of recent performance, the Vikings have struggled significantly, holding a record of 2-8 over their last ten games. They have averaged 77.0 points scored per game while allowing an average of 83.7 points. Their last five games reflect a similar trend, with a record of 1-4 and an average of 79.8 points scored, but they have allowed an alarming 86.4 points per game during this stretch. Their home record stands at 2-2, while they have yet to win an away game this season, going 0-6.
On the other hand, the Phoenix have been in much better form, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and currently riding a four-game winning streak. They have averaged 76.8 points scored and allowed 72.9 points during this period. Their last five games have seen them perform particularly well, with a record of 4-1 and an average of 77.0 points scored against 73.8 allowed. Green Bay's away record is 2-2, while their home record is an impressive 5-1.
In their previous meetings, the Phoenix have dominated the Vikings, winning both encounters in the 2025 season. Green Bay won 81-66 at home on January 25, 2025, and secured an 83-61 victory when they played away on December 7, 2024. This history of success against Cleveland State likely contributed to Green Bay's confidence heading into this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability for either team, but the impact of injuries can often influence game outcomes, especially in tight matchups.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Green Bay favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 150.5. The odds for an outright victory were -166 for Green Bay and +140 for Cleveland State, indicating that the Phoenix were expected to win. This line reflects the teams' current form and historical performance against each other.
The game conditions at the Wolstein Center were typical for a mid-January basketball game, with players likely facing a standard indoor environment conducive to scoring. Fans could expect to see a fast-paced game, especially given the scoring averages of both teams.
As the game unfolded, Green Bay's offense proved too much for Cleveland State, with key players stepping up to ensure a comfortable victory. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted Green Bay's ability to maintain control, with C.J. O'Hara and Preston Ruedinger contributing crucial points down the stretch. The Phoenix's ability to convert free throws and capitalize on scoring opportunities was evident, as they consistently extended their lead.
Overall, this game showcased the disparity in form between the two teams, with Green Bay continuing their upward trajectory while Cleveland State faces an uphill battle for the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GB -3.5 | 150.5 o -110 / u -110 | Green Bay Phoenix -166 · Cleveland State Vikings +140 |
Leaders
- PointsTre Beard18Cleveland State Vikings
- AssistsDayan Nessah4Cleveland State Vikings
- ReboundsTre Beard4Cleveland State Vikings
- PointsPreston Ruedinger23Green Bay Phoenix
- AssistsPreston Ruedinger10Green Bay Phoenix
- ReboundsPreston Ruedinger7Green Bay Phoenix
Recent form
Cleveland State Vikings
Last 10: 2-8Streak L377 scored · 83.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L84-94at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 11
- L74-97at Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 10
- L71-74at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 4
- W99-86vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 30
- L71-81vs Milwaukee PanthersDec 21
- L77-101at UAB BlazersDec 18
- W96-52vs Oakland City Mighty OaksDec 14
- L59-71vs Detroit Mercy TitansDec 6
- L80-95at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 4
- L59-86at Missouri TigersNov 28
Green Bay Phoenix
Last 10: 7-3Streak W476.8 scored · 72.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- W80-78vs Northern Kentucky NorseJan 11
- W75-59vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 10
- W79-76vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 6
- W72-54at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 1
- L79-102at Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 23
- W67-64vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosDec 18
- W85-75at IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 11
- L58-86at Wright State RaidersDec 7
- L78-80vs Robert Morris ColonialsDec 5
- W95-55vs Haskell JayhawksNov 29
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 | Green Bay Phoenix | Cleveland State Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-50 | 22-45 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 15-30 | 10-27 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 37 |
| Free throws | 15-17 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 19 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 15 |
| Assists | 19 | 13 |
| Steals | 2 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 22 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 42 | 43 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-45Marcus Hall makes 23-foot three point jumper (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half48-47Preist Ryan makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half51-47Marcus Hall makes 25-foot three point jumper (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half51-50Foster Wonders makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dayan Nessah assists)
- 2nd Half53-50C.J. O'Hara makes layup (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half56-50Marcus Hall makes 23-foot three point jumper (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half58-50C.J. O'Hara makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-52Tre Beard makes layup (Holden Pierre-Louis assists)
- 2nd Half59-52C.J. O'Hara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-52C.J. O'Hara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-54Holden Pierre-Louis makes layup (Chevalier Emery assists)
- 2nd Half62-54C.J. O'Hara makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half65-54Marcus Hall makes 25-foot three point jumper (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half65-56Kevo St. Hilaire makes layup (Tre Beard assists)
- 2nd Half67-56C.J. O'Hara makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-59Tre Beard makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-59Justin Allen makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-60Tre Beard makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half69-61Tre Beard makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half72-61Keegan Van Kauwenberg makes 26-foot three point jumper (Caden Wilkins assists)
- 2nd Half72-64Kamari Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dayan Nessah assists)
- 2nd Half74-64Justin Allen makes layup
- 2nd Half74-65Dayan Nessah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Dayan Nessah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-66Marcus Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-66Preston Ruedinger makes 26-foot three point jumper (Marcus Hall assists)
- 2nd Half78-67Kamari Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-68Kamari Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-68Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-68Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-69Tre Beard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-70Tre Beard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-70C.J. O'Hara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-70C.J. O'Hara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-70Ramel Bethea makes 1-foot dunk (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half85-70Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-70Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-70Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-70Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-73Foster Wonders makes 24-foot three point jumper (Preist Ryan assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Cleveland State Vikings, below favours Green Bay Phoenix.
Venue
- Wolstein CenterCleveland, OH
- Attendance2012
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, Kelly Pfeifer, Luke Schumer
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