Wright State vs Youngstown State Picks and Prediction – 1/30/2025

The Youngstown State Penguins (13-9, 7-4 Horizon League) are set to host the Wright State Raiders (11-11, 6-5 Horizon League) on January 30, 2025, at the Zidian Family Arena at Beeghly Center in Youngstown, Ohio. Tipoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., and the game will be broadcast on 570 WKBN and ESPN+. Get in on all the basketball action with our free NCAAB picks.

In their previous meeting on December 18, 2024, Youngstown State secured an 80-70 victory over Wright State. The Penguins have been strong at home, boasting a 6-3 record in their last nine home games. They are led by EJ Farmer, who averages 14.2 points per game, and Nico Galette, contributing 6.4 rebounds per game. YSU rebounded from a heartbreaking loss to Robert Morris by thrashing a D-2 school in their last game.

Wright State has faced challenges on the road, holding a 3-5 away record this season. The Raiders are led by Brandon Noel, averaging 18.2 points per game, and Jack Doumbia , who adds 6.1 rebounds per game. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with a 3-3 record in their last six games. However, Wright State built some momentum in their last game with a beat down of Detroit Mercy.

Youngstown State is a good team, and even better on their home floor. Unfortunately, the Penguins' weakness is their interior game. YSU lacks any real post presence, and Wright State's strength is their interior game behind Noel. We think Noel has a fantastic performance and does just enough to get the win for Wright State. Prediction: Raiders win 75-73.