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Wright State Aims to Break Losing Streak Against Youngstown State

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Wright State Vs Youngstown State Basketball Game

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — The Wright State Raiders will face the Youngstown State Penguins in a crucial Horizon League basketball matchup at 6:30 p.m. ET on Thursday at Beeghly Center. The Raiders, currently 11-11, are looking to improve their record and close the gap in their lopsided rivalry with the Penguins, who hold a 13-9 record.

Wright State enters the game with momentum after a dominant 67-50 victory over Detroit Mercy on Saturday. The Raiders showcased their offensive rebounding prowess, grabbing 17 offensive boards, a significant improvement from their season average of 7.9. In their last five games, they have averaged 13.8 offensive rebounds per game.

Youngstown State, meanwhile, is coming off a commanding 112-63 win against PSU Shenango on Friday. The Penguins have won eight of their last 10 games against Wright State, including their most recent meeting. However, Wright State leads the all-time series 50-20.

One key factor in Thursday’s game will be three-point shooting. Wright State has been exceptional from beyond the arc this season, making 37.7% of their attempts, while Youngstown State has struggled, shooting just 30.9%. The Raiders’ ability to capitalize on this advantage could be decisive.

Michael Imariagbe of Wright State is on the verge of a career milestone, needing just one point to reach 1,000 collegiate points. His performance, along with the team’s shooting efficiency, will be critical as they aim to overcome their 2-8 record against Youngstown State since February 2020.

Oddsmakers favor Youngstown State by 1.5 points, with an over/under set at 147.5 points. Wright State, playing as underdogs, has a 2-5 record against the spread in road games this season.

The outcome of this game could have significant implications for both teams’ standings in the Horizon League. A win for Wright State would push their record above .500 and bolster their confidence, while a loss could raise concerns about their offensive consistency moving forward.