Colonials Edge Penguins in Overtime Thriller
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · UPMC Events Center
Robert Morris Colonials 80, Youngstown State Penguins 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Youngstown State Penguins vs Robert Morris Colonials?
Robert Morris Colonials beat Youngstown State Penguins 80-77 at UPMC Events Center on December 17, 2025.
Who was favored in Youngstown State Penguins vs Robert Morris Colonials?
Robert Morris Colonials were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling overtime matchup, the Robert Morris Colonials defeated the Youngstown State Penguins 80-77 at the UPMC Events Center. This victory marks a significant moment for the Colonials, who have shown strong form at home this season, boasting a home record of 9-4 overall and an impressive 6-0 at home. The Colonials entered the game with a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games, averaging 76.1 points scored and allowing 66.2 points per game. They were riding a one-game winning streak after their last victory against the Toledo Rockets, where they won 75-70.
On the other hand, the Penguins came into the game with a record of 7-5 overall and a recent five-game winning streak. They have been scoring an average of 82.6 points while allowing 67.8 points per game during their last ten outings. Their latest victory was a dominant 103-52 win against the Thiel Tomcats. Youngstown State's away record stands at 2-3, which highlights the challenges they face when playing on the road.
The two teams have met three times this season, with Robert Morris leading the head-to-head record 2-1. In their previous encounters, the Colonials secured a victory at home on March 11 with a score of 89-78, while they also won a close game away on January 22, finishing 72-70. The Penguins won the first meeting of the season at Robert Morris on December 5, with a score of 72-58.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, leaving the impact of player availability unclear for both teams. However, the absence of key players can often influence the outcome of tightly contested games like this one.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Robert Morris favored by 2.5 points with a total set at 140.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with the home team having a moneyline of -155 and the away team at +130. This indicates that the Colonials were expected to have a slight edge, which they ultimately confirmed with their narrow victory.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the UPMC Events Center likely contributed to the intensity of the matchup. The crowd's energy can often play a crucial role in home games, and Robert Morris capitalized on this advantage.
As the game progressed into overtime, the tension escalated. Vlad Salaridze of Youngstown State made a driving layup to tie the game at 74-74, followed by a pair of free throws that put the Penguins ahead 75-74. However, Ryan Prather Jr. responded with a critical three-pointer to give the Colonials a 77-75 lead. The back-and-forth continued as both teams exchanged free throws, but ultimately, DeSean Goode's two free throws sealed the game for Robert Morris at 80-77.
This matchup not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also highlighted the Colonials' ability to perform under pressure at home. Fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how both teams build on this game as they continue their respective seasons.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RMU -2.5 | 140.5 o -108 / u -112 | Youngstown State Penguins +130 · Robert Morris Colonials -155 |
Leaders
- PointsRyan Prather Jr.19Robert Morris Colonials
- AssistsKaleb Brown4Robert Morris Colonials
- ReboundsDeSean Goode12Robert Morris Colonials
- PointsCris Carroll31Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsJason Nelson3Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsBryson Dawkins5Youngstown State Penguins
Recent form
Robert Morris Colonials
Last 10: 7-3Streak W176.1 scored · 66.2 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W75-70vs Toledo RocketsDec 13
- L72-74at Milwaukee PanthersDec 7
- W80-78at Green Bay PhoenixDec 5
- W80-62vs Stetson HattersNov 30
- W61-54vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 28
- W88-74vs UIC FlamesNov 26
- L70-71at Monmouth HawksNov 23
- L61-75at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 20
- W81-57vs Pittsburgh-Greensburg GREENSBURGNov 14
- W93-47vs Geneva Golden TornadoesNov 11
Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 7-3Streak W582.6 scored · 67.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- W103-52vs Thiel TomcatsDec 14
- W78-55at IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 6
- 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
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 | Robert Morris Colonials |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-43 | 28-66 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 10-24 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 38 |
| Free throws | 17-22 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 12 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 6 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 30 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 76 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-47Kaleb Brown makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half51-47Vlad Salaridze makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-47Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-50DeSean Goode makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ta'Zir Smith assists)
- 2nd Half52-52Josh Hill makes layup (DeSean Goode assists)
- 2nd Half52-54Ryan Prather Jr. makes layup (Cam Wilds assists)
- 2nd Half52-56DeSean Goode makes layup (Kaleb Brown assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Bryson Dawkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jason Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half57-56Cris Carroll makes layup
- 2nd Half58-56Cris Carroll makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-56Bryson Dawkins makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-58Josh Hill makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-58Imanuel Zorgvol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-58Imanuel Zorgvol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-60Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
- 2nd Half64-60Cris Carroll makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-60Cris Carroll makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-61Albert Vargas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Albert Vargas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-63Albert Vargas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-64Albert Vargas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-64Vlad Salaridze makes 12-foot jumper (Jason Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half67-67DeSean Goode makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kaleb Brown assists)
- 2nd Half69-67Cris Carroll makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half69-68Albert Vargas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-69Albert Vargas makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT70-69Cris Carroll makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT71-69Cris Carroll makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT71-70DeSean Goode makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT71-72DeSean Goode makes driving layup
- OT71-74DeSean Goode makes layup
- OT72-74Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT74-74Vlad Salaridze makes driving layup
- OT75-74Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT75-77Ryan Prather Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Albert Vargas assists)
- OT75-78Kaleb Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT76-78Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT77-78Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT77-79DeSean Goode makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT77-80DeSean Goode makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Robert Morris Colonials, below favours Youngstown State Penguins.
Venue
- UPMC Events CenterMoon Township, PA
- Attendance1407
- OfficialsEarl Walton, Amy Bonner, Nate Harris
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