Cleveland State Faces Youngstown State in Horizon League Semifinal Clash

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Cleveland State and Youngstown State will clash in the Horizon League Championship semifinal on March 10 at 9:30 PM ET, at the Corteva Coliseum.

Fans can expect an exciting matchup as Cleveland State (21-11, 14-6 Horizon League) goes head-to-head with Youngstown State (20-12, 13-7 Horizon League). Both teams are coming off strong performances in the quarterfinals, with Cleveland State defeating Detroit Mercy 92-61 and Youngstown State securing a victory against their last opponent.

According to Dimers’ advanced college basketball model, Cleveland State is predicted to win with a 59% probability, marking a competitive edge in this critical semifinal game. “Our team has utilized the latest data to simulate Monday’s game 10,000 times,” said Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer at Dimers. “Incorporating recent updates, our prediction shows Cleveland State likely taking the win.”

The Vikings have consistently shown strength in their roster, with standout performances from selected players. The team’s last five games indicate an upward trend in performance, positioning them as formidable opponents for the Penguins.

“This is going to be a tough game for us,” Youngstown State head coach said. “Cleveland State is an excellent team, but we’ve prepared well, and we are ready for the challenge.”

Betting odds for the game show Cleveland State favored by 2.5 points with a total of 138.5 points projected for the game. Youngstown State has a 51% chance of covering the spread, adding another layer of intrigue to the game.

This event represents a key moment for both programs, with a chance to advance further into the tournament. Will Cleveland State continue their momentum, or will Youngstown State reclaim the spotlight also? Tune in to find out.