The Youngstown State Penguins dominated the Cleveland State Vikings 106-82, with Cris Carroll leading the charge with 26 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. This win marked the Penguins' fourth victory in their last five games, where they have averaged 79.4 points per game, outscoring their opponents by 6.0 points. The Vikings, on the other hand, have struggled, averaging 82.6 points per game over their last five, but being outscored by 4.4 points. The Penguins' strong performance was evident from the start, as they took a 52-38 lead into halftime, with Carroll scoring 14 points in the first half. The Vikings' Jaidon Lipscomb tried to keep his team in the game, scoring 18 points in the first half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Penguins' balanced attack.
The Penguins' hot shooting continued in the second half, as they scored 54 points, with Vlad Salaridze adding 24 points and 6 rebounds, and Tae Blackshear chipping in with 18 points. The Vikings, despite Lipscomb's 32 points, couldn't keep up, scoring only 44 points in the second half. The Penguins' defense also played a crucial role, holding the Vikings to 38% shooting from the field, while they themselves shot 53% from the field. This win marked the Penguins' 14th victory of the season, and with a NET ranking of 205, they are starting to make a case for themselves as a potential tournament team. The Vikings, with a NET ranking of 305, are still struggling to find their footing, with only 10 wins on the season.
Youngstown State Penguins' 106 Points Most in a Game This Season
The Penguins' star performers were on full display, with Carroll, Salaridze, and Blackshear all having big games. Carroll's 26 points were a season high, and his 6 assists showed his ability to create for his teammates. Salaridze's 24 points were also a season high, and his 6 rebounds demonstrated his versatility. Blackshear's 18 points were a welcome addition, as he has been struggling to find his shot lately. For the Vikings, Lipscomb's 32 points were a bright spot, but he didn't get much help from his teammates, with only Kamari Jones scoring in double figures with 14 points. Ivan Spirov added 9 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Penguins' balanced attack. The Penguins' bench also outscored the Vikings' bench 24-15, with 12 of those points coming from reserve guard, Garrett Covington.
The Penguins' recent form has been impressive, with wins over Oakland, Purdue Fort Wayne, and IU Indianapolis in their last five games. They have averaged 79.4 points per game during this stretch, and have outscored their opponents by 6.0 points. The Vikings, on the other hand, have struggled, with only two wins in their last five games, and have been outscored by 4.4 points per game. The Penguins' trend of outscoring their opponents by 6.0 points per game is a significant one, as it shows their ability to consistently score and defend at a high level. The Vikings' trend of being outscored by 4.4 points per game, on the other hand, is a concern, as it shows their struggle to find consistency on both ends of the floor. The Penguins' 14-14 record is a reflection of their balanced play, with 7 wins at home and 7 wins on the road.
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The CHD Scout predicted the Penguins to win by 11.9 points, and they ended up winning by 24. The reason for this discrepancy was the Penguins' ability to shoot 53% from the field, while holding the Vikings to 38% shooting. The Penguins also outrebounded the Vikings 38-29, and had 18 assists to the Vikings' 12. The Vikings' inability to defend the Penguins' balanced attack was the main reason for the larger-than-expected margin of victory. The Penguins' 106 points were the most they have scored all season, and their 54 points in the second half were the most they have scored in a half all season. The Vikings' 82 points were the most they have allowed in a game all season, and their 38% shooting from the field was their worst performance of the season.
The Penguins' win over the Vikings marked their fourth Quadrant 4 win of the season, and improved their record to 14-14. The Vikings' loss dropped their record to 10-18, and marked their third Quadrant 3 loss of the season. The Penguins' NET ranking of 205 is a significant one, as it puts them in the conversation for a potential tournament bid. The Vikings' NET ranking of 305, on the other hand, makes it unlikely that they will be considered for a tournament bid. The Penguins' 7-7 record in the Horizon League is a reflection of their balanced play, and their 7-7 record on the road is a significant one, as it shows their ability to win away from home.
The Penguins' win over the Vikings improved their NET ranking to 205, and put them in the conversation for a potential tournament bid. The Vikings' loss dropped their NET ranking to 305, and made it unlikely that they will be considered for a tournament bid. The Penguins' Quadrant 4 win was a significant one, as it showed their ability to beat teams at the bottom of the conference. The Vikings' Quadrant 3 loss was a concern, as it showed their struggle to beat teams in the middle of the conference. The Penguins' 14-14 record is a reflection of their balanced play, and their 7-7 record in the Horizon League is a significant one, as it shows their ability to compete with the top teams in the conference. The Vikings' 10-18 record is a concern, as it shows their struggle to find consistency on both ends of the floor. With 4 games left in the regular season, the Penguins are in a good position to make a push for the tournament, while the Vikings are likely to miss out.
The Penguins' strong performance against the Vikings was a significant one, as it showed their ability to dominate a team at the bottom of the conference. The Vikings' inability to defend the Penguins' balanced attack was a concern, as it showed their struggle to find consistency on the defensive end. The Penguins' 106 points were the most they have scored all season, and their 54 points in the second half were the most they have scored in a half all season. The Vikings' 82 points were the most they have allowed in a game all season, and their 38% shooting from the field was their worst performance of the season. With the win, the Penguins improved to 7-7 in the Horizon League, and 7-7 on the road, while the Vikings dropped to 5-11 in the conference, and 4-10 on the road. The Penguins' 14-14 record is a reflection of their balanced play, and their 7-7 record in the Horizon League is a significant one, as it shows their ability to compete with the top teams in the conference. The Vikings' 10-18 record is a concern, as it shows their struggle to find consistency on both ends of the floor.