| MATCHUP | Youngstown State Penguins | Milwaukee Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 15-14 | 11-19 |
| Spread | -1.5 -102 | +1.5 -118 |
| Moneyline | -115 | -105 |
| Total | Over 147.5 (-105) | Under 147.5 (-115) |
| Where | UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, Milwaukee, WI | |
| When | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Youngstown State Penguins and Milwaukee Panthers meet Wednesday in college basketball action at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. Here’s a Youngstown State vs. Milwaukee prediction. This article will include a Youngstown State vs. Milwaukee pick.
Youngstown State Penguins Betting Preview
The Youngstown State Penguins beat Cleveland State and Northern Kentucky, and they play Green Bay next. Youngstown State has won 3 of its last 4 games.
The Youngstown State Penguins are averaging 82.6 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 75.3 points on 44.3 percent shooting. Cris Carroll is averaging 17.4 points and 5.3 rebounds, while Bryson Dawkins is averaging 13.3 points and 4.7 rebounds. Rich Rolf is dishing 2 assists, and Vlad Salaridze is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Youngstown State Penguins are shooting 35.5 percent from beyond the arc and 74.1 percent from the free throw line. The Youngstown State Penguins are allowing 34.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.4 rebounds per game.
Milwaukee Panthers Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Panthers lost to Detroit and Oakland. Milwaukee has lost 6 of its last 8 games.
The Milwaukee Panthers are averaging 76.6 points on 44.4 percent shooting and allowing 80 points on 48 percent shooting. Seth Hubbard is averaging 16.6 points and 2.1 assists, while Amar Augillard is averaging 12.8 points and 2.7 rebounds. Danilo Jovanovich is the third double-digit scorer, and Stevie Elam is grabbing 4.5 rebounds. The Milwaukee Panthers are shooting 32.2 percent from beyond the arc and 69 percent from the free throw line. The Milwaukee Panthers are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Milwaukee Panthers will win
- Milwaukee has won eight of its last nine night games at the UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena following a road loss.
- Milwaukee has won the first half in four of its last five home games against Youngstown State at UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
Why the Youngstown State Penguins will win
- Milwaukee has lost eight of its last nine night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Youngstown State has won each of its last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Youngstown State has won the first half in each of its last four road night games against the Horizon League.
Total Points: Facts
- Each of Youngstown State’s last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents has produced a total of 151+ points.
- Seven of Milwaukee’s last eight home night games against the Horizon League have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Youngstown State ranks T33rd among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goal attempts per game this season (19.6).
- Youngstown State ranks 37th among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (55.7%).
Youngstown State vs Milwaukee Prediction
Youngstown State has put together a nice little stretch, but I’m siding with Milwaukee. It’s the final home game for a Milwaukee team that has six seniors. The Panthers will be up for this one. Milwaukee also beat Youngstown State last month on the road as 5.5-point underdogs. Neither team has made anyone money this season, but the home court matters in this one. Give me the free bucket in a game; the Panthers will have their chances to win outright.