Youngstown State Penguins Defeat IU Indianapolis Jaguars 78-55
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · The Jungle
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Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs IU Indianapolis Jaguars?
Youngstown State Penguins beat IU Indianapolis Jaguars 78-55 at The Jungle on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Youngstown State Penguins vs IU Indianapolis Jaguars?
Youngstown State Penguins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -290 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Youngstown State Penguins defeated the IU Indianapolis Jaguars with a final score of 78-55 at The Jungle on December 6, 2025. This match showcased the Penguins' recent strong form, extending their winning streak to three games, while the Jaguars continued to struggle, marking their second consecutive loss.
The Penguins entered the game with a record of 6-4, having won five of their last ten games. Their recent performance has seen them average 78.2 points scored per game while allowing 73.4 points. Their last five games reflect a record of 3-2, with an average of 72.0 points scored and 70.6 points allowed. In contrast, the Jaguars have had a challenging season, holding a record of 3-8. They have only managed to win three of their last ten games, averaging 90.2 points scored but allowing a staggering 95.8 points per game. Their last five games showed a record of 1-4, with an average of 83.8 points scored and 94.8 points allowed.
At home, the Jaguars have a record of 2-1, while their away record stands at 1-6. The Penguins, on the other hand, have performed better at home with a 4-0 record, but they have struggled on the road, holding a 1-5 record. This game marked a crucial matchup for both teams, especially given their previous meetings in the 2025 season, where each team had secured a win. The Jaguars won their first encounter 61-77 at home, while the Penguins claimed victory in the second meeting with a score of 84-79.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, which meant both teams were able to field their full rosters for this critical game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Youngstown State favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 171.5. The odds for the Penguins to win straight up were -290, while the Jaguars were at +235.
The conditions during the game were typical for a December evening, with no extraordinary weather factors reported that could have influenced play.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a variety of scoring plays, including notable layups from Cris Carroll and Ajay Holubar for the Penguins, as well as free throws from Imanuel Zorgvol and Vlad Salaridze. The Penguins maintained a significant lead throughout the match, with the Jaguars unable to close the gap, ultimately resulting in a comfortable victory for Youngstown State. The final score of 78-55 reflects the Penguins' dominance, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Jaguars significantly.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | YSU -6.5 | 171.5 o -108 / u -112 | Youngstown State Penguins -290 · IU Indianapolis Jaguars +235 |
Leaders
- PointsKyler D'Augustino19IU Indianapolis Jaguars
- AssistsMicah Davis3IU Indianapolis Jaguars
- ReboundsMicah Davis5IU Indianapolis Jaguars
- PointsRich Rolf20Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsJason Nelson4Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsVlad Salaridze8Youngstown State Penguins
Recent form
IU Indianapolis Jaguars
Last 10: 3-7Streak L190.2 scored · 95.8 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L78-92at Detroit Mercy TitansDec 4
- W85-80vs Morehead State EaglesNov 29
- L85-98at Air Force FalconsNov 23
- L80-101at Alabama State HornetsNov 21
- L91-103at Charleston Southern BuccaneersNov 19
- W90-83at Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 14
- W121-77vs IU Columbus Crimson PrideNov 11
- L80-112at Butler BulldogsNov 8
- L90-94vs Long Island University SharksNov 6
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Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 5-5Streak W378.2 scored · 73.4 allowed per game1-5 away
- W69-68vs Wright State RaidersDec 3
- W87-64vs Chicago State CougarsNov 28
- W67-61vs Georgia Southern EaglesNov 24
- 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
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 | Youngstown State Penguins | IU Indianapolis Jaguars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-56 | 19-58 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 7-21 | 4-25 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 16 |
| Free throws | 11-18 | 13-19 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 16 |
| Assists | 17 | 13 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 28 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 96 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-30Vlad Salaridze made Layup.
- 1st Half36-30Rich Rolf made Layup.
- 1st Half39-30Bryson Dawkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jason Nelson.
- 1st Half40-30Cris Carroll made Free Throw.
- 1st Half42-30Cris Carroll made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-30Bryson Dawkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-30Bryson Dawkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-30Imanuel Zorgvol made Layup. Assisted by Cris Carroll.
- 2nd Half47-30Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-30Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-30Rich Rolf made Layup. Assisted by Bryson Dawkins.
- 2nd Half53-30Bryson Dawkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jason Nelson.
- 2nd Half53-33Kameron Tinsley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JP Dragas.
- 2nd Half55-33Drew King made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-34Kyler D'Augustino made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-35Kyler D'Augustino made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-37Matt Compas made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half57-37Cris Carroll made Layup. Assisted by Jason Nelson.
- 2nd Half60-37Cris Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jason Nelson.
- 2nd Half60-40JP Dragas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Compas.
- 2nd Half62-40Drew King made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-42Kyler D'Augustino made Jumper. Assisted by Finley Woodward.
- 2nd Half63-42Vlad Salaridze made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-42Rich Rolf made Layup. Assisted by Cam Polak.
- 2nd Half65-45Micah Davis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Finley Woodward.
- 2nd Half65-47Kameron Tinsley made Jumper. Assisted by JP Dragas.
- 2nd Half65-48Kyler D'Augustino made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-49Kyler D'Augustino made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-51Micah Davis made Dunk. Assisted by Kameron Tinsley.
- 2nd Half68-51Cris Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryson Dawkins.
- 2nd Half70-51Cris Carroll made Jumper. Assisted by Vlad Salaridze.
- 2nd Half70-52JP Dragas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-52Cris Carroll made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-52Imanuel Zorgvol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-52Imanuel Zorgvol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-53Kyler D'Augustino made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-53Vlad Salaridze made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-53Vlad Salaridze made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-55Ajay Holubar made Layup. Assisted by JP Dragas.
- 2nd Half78-55Cris Carroll made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours IU Indianapolis Jaguars, below favours Youngstown State Penguins.
Venue
- The JungleIndianapolis, IN
- Attendance629
- OfficialsSteve Honacki, Galen Durant, Mason Siler
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