In a shocking turn of events, Youngstown State pulled off a stunning upset over Wisconsin, Green Bay, defeating the Phoenix 88-81 at the Beeghly Center. This outcome is all the more remarkable considering the Penguins were not expected to come out on top, but they defied the odds and emerged victorious. The win is a significant boost to Youngstown State's resume, and it will undoubtedly send shockwaves through the college basketball world.
Cris Carroll was the star of the show for Youngstown State, pouring in 34 points and grabbing 7 rebounds to lead the Penguins to victory. His dominant performance was complemented by Bryson Dawkins and Rich Rolf, who each chipped in with 15 points. On the other side, C.J. O'Hara led the charge for Green Bay, scoring 22 points, while Marcus Hall added 20 points and Justin Allen contributed 14 points.
The game was closely contested throughout, with Youngstown State taking a 38-32 lead into halftime. However, Green Bay refused to back down, and the two teams engaged in a back-and-forth battle in the second half. The Penguins ultimately emerged victorious, outscoring the Phoenix 50-49 in the final 20 minutes to secure the 7-point win.
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Notably, CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Youngstown State winning by 7.8 points, and while the predicted score was off, the predicted winner and margin were spot on. The actual score of 88-81 was much higher than the predicted 70-70, but the Penguins' victory was a reflection of their determination and skill.
This upset win has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Youngstown State, the victory is a Quad 4 win, which may not carry much weight in the eyes of the selection committee, but it is still a much-needed win for a team looking to build momentum. On the other hand, Green Bay's loss is a Quad 3 defeat, which could potentially hurt their chances of earning an at-large bid.
As it stands, Youngstown State's win over Green Bay is a major resume-booster, even if it is a Quad 4 victory. The Penguins have now improved to 10-11 on the season, and while they still have a long way to go, this win shows that they are capable of competing with and beating teams that are considered to be superior. For Green Bay, the loss drops them to 11-10, and they must regroup and refocus if they want to stay in the tournament conversation. The Penguins' upset win will undoubtedly be a talking point in the college basketball world, and it will be interesting to see how both teams respond to this result in their upcoming games.