NCAAB · Final

UNC Greensboro Tops Youngstown State 68-62 in Close Contest

Sunday, November 23, 2025, 5:30 PM ET · John Hurst Adams Gymnasium

UNC Greensboro Spartans 68, Youngstown State Penguins 62, 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 UNC Greensboro Spartans?

UNC Greensboro Spartans beat Youngstown State Penguins 68-62 at John Hurst Adams Gymnasium on November 23, 2025.

In a hard-fought matchup, the UNC Greensboro Spartans secured a 68-62 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins at John Hurst Adams Gymnasium. This win marks a much-needed boost for the Spartans, who have struggled early in the season, now improving their record to 2-8 overall. The Penguins, on the other hand, fall to 5-6, continuing a trend of inconsistency.

The Spartans entered the game on a six-game losing streak, with their last victory dating back to March. Their recent form had seen them average 73.0 points scored while allowing 83.0 points per game. In their last five outings, they had an average of 75.0 points scored but allowed a concerning 93.0 points. Their home record stood at 1-4 before this game, highlighting their struggles in front of their home crowd.

Conversely, Youngstown State had a more balanced recent performance, holding a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They averaged 78.5 points scored and 75.9 points allowed. However, they were also on a two-game losing streak heading into this contest, with their last five games yielding an average of 83.8 points scored and 76.8 points allowed. Their away record was notably weaker at 2-5, which may have contributed to their difficulties in this matchup.

In terms of previous meetings, this was a crucial game for both teams as they sought to establish momentum in their respective seasons. The game was characterized by back-and-forth scoring, with key plays from both sides. Notably, Justin Neely contributed significantly for Youngstown State, making crucial free throws in the second half that kept the game competitive. However, the Spartans responded with a series of pivotal shots, including two three-pointers by Assane Mandian, which helped them regain and maintain the lead.

Injuries were not highlighted in the provided facts, indicating that both teams may have fielded their full rosters, which is critical in such tightly contested games. The market had priced the Spartans as the favorites with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to turn around their fortunes at home.

The conditions of the game were typical for a late November evening, with both teams adjusting to the atmosphere of the gymnasium. Fans witnessed a spirited contest, with players from both sides showing determination and skill.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a showcase of resilience from the Spartans, particularly in the second half. Key moments included Mandian's three-point shots and Neely's free throws, which were essential in shifting the momentum. The final score of 68-62 underscored the competitive nature of the game, with the Spartans ultimately prevailing in a match that could serve as a turning point for their season.

Leaders

PointsJustin Neely16UNC Greensboro Spartans
AssistsJustin Neely3UNC Greensboro Spartans
ReboundsJustin Neely16UNC Greensboro Spartans
PointsBryson Dawkins18Youngstown State Penguins
AssistsJason Nelson2Youngstown State Penguins
ReboundsCris Carroll8Youngstown State Penguins

Recent form

UNC Greensboro Spartans

Last 10: 2-8Streak L673 scored · 83 allowed per game1-4 at home

L94-101at Queens University RoyalsNov 21
L63-69vs Austin Peay GovernorsNov 15
L64-110at NC State WolfpackNov 13
L90-92vs Elon PhoenixNov 8
L64-93at Kansas State WildcatsNov 5
L57-64vs VMI KeydetsMar 8
W108-100vs Samford BulldogsMar 1
L63-75vs Chattanooga MocsFeb 28
W78-61at Mercer BearsFeb 22
L49-65at East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 20

Youngstown State Penguins

Last 10: 5-5Streak L278.5 scored · 75.9 allowed per game2-5 away

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
W81-77vs Green Bay PhoenixFeb 23

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
East Tennessee State	23-11	-	13-5
Mercer	19-13	2	11-7
Wofford	19-13	2	11-7
Samford	18-14	2	11-7
Furman	22-13	3	10-8
Western Carolina	15-16	3	10-8
UNC Greensboro	15-19	4	9-9
Chattanooga	13-19	6	7-11
The Citadel	11-22	6	7-11
VMI	6-26	12	1-17

Box score

Stat	Youngstown State Penguins	UNC Greensboro Spartans
Field goals	23-63	24-55
Field goal %	37	44
Three-pointers	8-30	5-18
Three-point %	27	28
Free throws	8-11	15-22
Free throw %	73	68
Rebounds	38	41
Offensive rebounds	10	9
Defensive rebounds	28	32
Assists	8	12
Steals	14	7
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	13	17
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	24	18
Fast-break points	20	14
Points in the paint	28	32
Fouls	20	11
Largest lead	21	6

How the scoring went

1st Half37-22Tyler Robinett made Jumper.
1st Half39-22Bryson Dawkins made Layup. Assisted by Drew King.
1st Half41-22Bryson Dawkins made Layup.
1st Half43-22Drew King made Jumper.
1st Half43-24KJ Younger made Dunk. Assisted by Valentino Pinedo.
1st Half43-25Donald Whitehead Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-27Donald Whitehead Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Clinton Efinda.
2nd Half43-28Donald Whitehead Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-28Bryson Dawkins made Dunk.
2nd Half45-30Noah Norgaard made Jumper.
2nd Half47-30Vlad Salaridze made Jumper.
2nd Half47-31Justin Neely made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-32Justin Neely made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-32Jason Nelson made Layup.
2nd Half50-32Jason Nelson made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-34Landon King made Layup. Assisted by Justin Neely.
2nd Half50-36KJ Younger made Jumper.
2nd Half50-38Noah Norgaard made Jumper.
2nd Half52-38Rich Rolf made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half52-40Justin Neely made Jumper. Assisted by Landon King.
2nd Half52-41Justin Neely made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-42Justin Neely made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-42Jason Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Bryson Dawkins.
2nd Half55-44Noah Norgaard made Layup.
2nd Half55-46Noah Norgaard made Layup.
2nd Half55-48Valentino Pinedo made Jumper.
2nd Half55-49Valentino Pinedo made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-51Clinton Efinda made Layup.
2nd Half58-51Tyler Robinett made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half58-53Donald Whitehead Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half60-53Bryson Dawkins made Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Robinett.
2nd Half60-55Justin Neely made Layup.
2nd Half60-56Justin Neely made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-57Justin Neely made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-59Justin Neely made Jumper.
2nd Half60-62Assane Mandian made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Neely.
2nd Half60-65Assane Mandian made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by KJ Younger.
2nd Half62-65Bryson Dawkins made Jumper.
2nd Half62-67Assane Mandian made Jumper. Assisted by Noah Norgaard.
2nd Half62-68Noah Norgaard made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours UNC Greensboro Spartans, below favours Youngstown State Penguins.