Penguins Dominate Mastodons in Convincing Win
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Memorial Coliseum (IN)
Youngstown State Penguins 90, Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Youngstown State Penguins beat Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 90-61 at Memorial Coliseum (IN) on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Youngstown State Penguins vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons?
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Youngstown State Penguins defeated the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons with a final score of 90-61. This victory not only showcased Youngstown State's offensive prowess but also marked a significant moment in their season as they improved their record to 13-12, while Purdue Fort Wayne fell to 14-11. The game took place at the Memorial Coliseum in Indiana, where the home team struggled to keep pace with their opponents.
Youngstown State entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, but they managed to snap a losing streak with this win, putting together a performance that averaged 79.6 points scored and 77.9 points allowed in that stretch. Their last game prior to this was a victory against the IU Indianapolis Jaguars, where they won 85-76. Despite their overall struggles, Youngstown State's scoring ability was evident, as they averaged 79.6 points in their last five games, indicating that they have the potential to put up big numbers when needed.
On the other hand, Purdue Fort Wayne had a more favorable recent record of 6-3-1 in their last ten games, including a win against Robert Morris Colonials just days before this match, where they scored 83 points. However, they were unable to replicate that offensive success against Youngstown State. The Mastodons averaged 66.4 points scored and 66.6 points allowed during this same stretch, which highlights their struggles to maintain a consistent scoring output.
Historically, the two teams have faced each other four times in recent seasons, with a balanced record of 2-2. Their most recent encounter on January 8, 2026, saw Purdue Fort Wayne narrowly edge out Youngstown State with a score of 71-69. However, this latest matchup showcased a different narrative, with Youngstown State asserting their dominance throughout.
In terms of location, Purdue Fort Wayne had a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Youngstown State struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-3 in their last five games before this matchup. The home-court advantage was expected to play a role, but it ultimately did not translate into success for the Mastodons.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor in this game, allowing both teams to field their best lineups. However, the Penguins were clearly in better form, as evidenced by their recent scoring and defensive statistics.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Purdue Fort Wayne as 2.5-point favorites, with a total set at 147.5 points. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, but the outcome demonstrated Youngstown State's ability to exceed expectations and perform at a high level.
As the game unfolded, Youngstown State's offensive strategy became evident, with players like EJ Mosley and Shaheed Solebo making significant contributions. Mosley was instrumental in the second half, making key shots that helped extend their lead. The Penguins' ability to execute their game plan effectively allowed them to dominate the scoring, with notable plays such as Drew King's 26-foot three-pointer and Cam Polak's jumper that pushed the score to 90-59 late in the game.
Overall, this matchup served as a reminder of Youngstown State's potential as they look to build on this victory, while Purdue Fort Wayne will need to regroup and reassess their strategies moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PFW -2.5 | 147.5 o -115 / u -105 | Youngstown State Penguins +114 · Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons -135 |
Leaders
- PointsCorey Hadnot II17Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- AssistsDeAndre Craig Jr.3Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- ReboundsDeAndre Craig Jr.5Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
- PointsBryson Dawkins18Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsCris Carroll4Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsImanuel Zorgvol8Youngstown State Penguins
Recent form
Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
Last 10: 6-3-1Streak W166.4 scored · 66.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W83-71vs Robert Morris ColonialsJan 31
- L65-74vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 29
- D0-0at IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 25
- W83-76at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 22
- W100-82vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 18
- W79-74at Robert Morris ColonialsJan 11
- W71-69at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 8
- W74-71vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 4
- L54-72vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 1
- L55-77at Milwaukee PanthersDec 30
Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 3-7Streak W179.6 scored · 77.9 allowed per game0-3 away
- 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
- L69-71vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 8
- L79-94at Northern Kentucky NorseJan 4
- L83-85vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 1
- L68-73vs Detroit Mercy TitansDec 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 | Youngstown State Penguins | Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-53 | 24-52 |
| Field goal % | 66 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 16-28 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 57 | 26 |
| Free throws | 4-6 | 8-11 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 18 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 15 |
| Assists | 16 | 6 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 38 |
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 31 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 95 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half40-28Deangelo Elisee makes layup
- 1st Half43-28Rich Rolf makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 1st Half45-28Bryson Dawkins makes driving layup (Cam Polak assists)
- 1st Half45-29DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-29Cris Carroll makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rich Rolf assists)
- 2nd Half51-29Cam Polak makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cris Carroll assists)
- 2nd Half51-31Mikale Stevenson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-34DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half54-34Rich Rolf makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bryson Dawkins assists)
- 2nd Half54-36DeAndre Craig Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-36Cris Carroll makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-36Cris Carroll makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-38Corey Hadnot II makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-38Cris Carroll makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-38Cris Carroll makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-39DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-40DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-40Tae Blackshear makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half66-40Tae Blackshear makes 26-foot three point jumper (Rich Rolf assists)
- 2nd Half66-42Chris Morgan makes driving layup (Yuval Levin assists)
- 2nd Half69-42Cam Polak makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tae Blackshear assists)
- 2nd Half72-42Bryson Dawkins makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half72-44Corey Hadnot II makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half72-46Corey Hadnot II makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-48Corey Hadnot II makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half74-48Jason Nelson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-48Bryson Dawkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-50DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half76-51DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-51Tae Blackshear makes 27-foot three point jumper (Bryson Dawkins assists)
- 2nd Half79-53DeAndre Craig Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-54DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half82-54Drew King makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half82-56EJ Mosley makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half84-56Shaheed Solebo makes driving layup (Vlad Salaridze assists)
- 2nd Half85-56Shaheed Solebo makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half85-59EJ Mosley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Deangelo Elisee assists)
- 2nd Half87-59Vlad Salaridze makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half90-59Cam Polak makes 24-foot three point jumper (Derrick Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half90-61EJ Mosley makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons, below favours Youngstown State Penguins.
Venue
- Memorial Coliseum (IN)Fort Wayne, IN
- Attendance1728
- OfficialsJose Carrion, Chad Barlow, Mike Pearson
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