Wright State Defeats Youngstown State 93-83 in NCAAB Clash
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Nutter Center
Wright State Raiders 93, Youngstown State Penguins 83, 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 Wright State Raiders?
Wright State Raiders beat Youngstown State Penguins 93-83 at Nutter Center on January 15, 2026.
Who was favored in Youngstown State Penguins vs Wright State Raiders?
Wright State Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the Nutter Center, the Wright State Raiders secured a 93-83 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins. This win marks an important achievement for Wright State, especially considering their recent form and the historical context of their meetings with Youngstown State, where they had previously lost three consecutive games.
Wright State entered this game with a home record of 12-7 and showcased impressive recent performance, boasting a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, with a current winning streak of six. Their scoring average during this stretch was 79.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 73.6 points. In their last five games, they averaged 84.6 points scored and 77.2 points allowed, demonstrating their offensive prowess.
On the other hand, Youngstown State came into this contest with a 9-10 overall record. Their recent form showed a more mixed performance, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games and a one-game winning streak. They averaged 79.9 points scored and allowed 70.4 points during this period. However, their last five games indicated some struggles, with an average of 79.6 points scored and 76.8 points allowed, including a recent victory against Bryant & Stratton (OH) Bobcats, where they won 99-61.
The Raiders have performed well at home, with a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Youngstown State's away record was less favorable at 1-2. This home advantage was a key factor in Wright State's victory. The previous meetings between these two teams had not favored Wright State, as they had lost their last three encounters, including a narrow defeat earlier in the season on December 3, 2025, where they lost 68-69.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have influenced the dynamics of the game. The betting market reflected Wright State as the favorites, with DraftKings pricing them at -4.5 on the spread, a home money line of -205. Youngstown State was listed at +170 on the money line, indicating they were seen as the underdogs.
As for the conditions during the game, no specific details were provided, but typical indoor basketball conditions would have prevailed at the Nutter Center. Viewers were treated to a high-scoring affair, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities.
In the final moments of the game, Wright State managed to maintain their lead, with key free throws from Kellen Pickett and Solomon Callaghan sealing the victory. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the competitive nature of the game, with Youngstown State pushing hard to close the gap but ultimately falling short.
Overall, this matchup was significant not only for the standings but also for Wright State's confidence, having overcome their recent struggles against Youngstown State. The final score of 93-83 reflects a well-fought game where both teams displayed their strengths, but it was the Raiders who emerged victorious, further solidifying their position in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WRST -4.5 | 141.5 o -112 / u -108 | Youngstown State Penguins +170 · Wright State Raiders -205 |
Leaders
- PointsTJ Burch24Wright State Raiders
- AssistsTJ Burch7Wright State Raiders
- ReboundsKellen Pickett9Wright State Raiders
- PointsBryson Dawkins19Youngstown State Penguins
- AssistsDrew King5Youngstown State Penguins
- ReboundsVlad Salaridze7Youngstown State Penguins
Recent form
Wright State Raiders
Last 10: 7-3Streak W679.7 scored · 73.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W94-84at Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 11
- W84-82at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 10
- W81-77at IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 4
- W76-70vs Milwaukee PanthersJan 1
- W88-73vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 30
- W70-64vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 23
- L76-83vs Miami (OH) RedHawksDec 17
- L74-76at Marshall Thundering HerdDec 13
- W86-58vs Green Bay PhoenixDec 7
- L68-69at Youngstown State PenguinsDec 3
Youngstown State Penguins
Last 10: 5-5Streak W179.9 scored · 70.4 allowed per game1-2 away
- 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
- W74-65vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansDec 20
- L77-80at Robert Morris ColonialsDec 18
- W103-52vs Thiel TomcatsDec 14
- W78-55at IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 6
- W69-68vs Wright State RaidersDec 3
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 | Wright State Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-62 | 32-60 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 14-32 | 5-9 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 56 |
| Free throws | 11-14 | 24-28 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 48 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 6 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-57Kellen Pickett makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-57Imanuel Zorgvol makes layup
- 2nd Half53-60Solomon Callaghan makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-60Bryson Dawkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Imanuel Zorgvol assists)
- 2nd Half56-61Sam Alamutu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Sam Alamutu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-63Rich Rolf makes 26-foot three point jumper (Vlad Salaridze assists)
- 2nd Half59-66Logan Woods makes 26-foot three point jumper (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half61-66Jason Nelson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-67Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-67Jaiden Haynes makes 27-foot three point jumper (Drew King assists)
- 2nd Half64-69Kellen Pickett makes layup
- 2nd Half67-69Vlad Salaridze makes 23-foot three point jumper (Drew King assists)
- 2nd Half67-70TJ Burch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-71TJ Burch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73Dominic Pangonis makes layup (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half69-73Vlad Salaridze makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-75Kellen Pickett makes layup
- 2nd Half69-77TJ Burch makes layup
- 2nd Half72-77Jaiden Haynes makes 26-foot three point jumper (Drew King assists)
- 2nd Half72-79TJ Burch makes layup (Kellen Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half72-82Solomon Callaghan makes 24-foot three point jumper (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half72-83TJ Burch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-84TJ Burch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-84Jason Nelson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Vlad Salaridze assists)
- 2nd Half75-85Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-86Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-88Sam Alamutu makes 3-foot dunk (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half76-88Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-88Vlad Salaridze makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-88Cris Carroll makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half79-89Kellen Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-89Rich Rolf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-89Rich Rolf makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-90Solomon Callaghan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-91Solomon Callaghan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-92Kellen Pickett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-93Kellen Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-93Bryson Dawkins makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Wright State Raiders, below favours Youngstown State Penguins.
Venue
- Nutter CenterDayton, OH
- Attendance4724
- OfficialsTim Comer, Bryan Anslinger, Brian McNutt
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