Youngstown State vs Robert Morris Picks and Predictions for Wednesday, December 17, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 12/17/2025, 12:50 AM ET

The Youngstown State Penguins visit the Robert Morris Colonials on Wednesday night at UPMC Events Center. Youngstown State is 7–4 overall and 2–0 in Horizon League play after a 103–52 home win over Thiel in its most recent game. Robert Morris is 8–4 overall and 1–1 in conference action following a 75–70 home win against Toledo. Build your card with our free college basketball picks.

Robert Morris vs Youngstown State Game Information

  • Tipoff: 7:00 PM ET
  • Date: December 17, 2025
  • Where: UPMC Events Center, Moon Township, PA
  • TV: ESPN+

Youngstown State Penguins Preview

Youngstown State averages 77.0 points per game and shoots 47.8% from the field as a team. Cris Carroll leads the Penguins with an average of 15.1 points per game and also tops the team on the glass at 4.7 rebounds per game. Rich Rolf provides the second scoring option at 11.2 points per contest, while Drew King directs the offense with a team-high 3.8 assists per game.

Defensively, the Penguins allow 68.4 points per game and average 33.9 rebounds. Imanuel Zorgvol leads the team with 1.5 blocks per game, and Jason Nelson adds a team-high 1.9 steals. Youngstown State enters this matchup riding a five-game winning streak, with balanced scoring and steady defensive pressure contributing to its recent success.

Robert Morris Colonials Preview

Robert Morris scores 75.9 points per game while shooting 46.0% from the field. DeSean Goode leads the Colonials with 13.4 points per game and also controls the boards at 8.9 rebounds. Ryan Prather Jr. is the second-leading scorer at 12.3 points per game, and Albert Vargas leads the team in assists at 4.2 per contest.

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On the defensive end, the Colonials give up 70.2 points per game and average 40.2 rebounds. Josh Hill leads the team with 0.7 blocks per game, while Vargas adds 1.1 steals. Robert Morris has been strong at home this season and looks to use its rebounding advantage to control tempo against a confident Youngstown State squad.

Youngstown State vs Robert Morris Prediction

Youngstown State’s current form and tough play on defense make this a competitive matchup, but Robert Morris’ rebounding and home-court advantage prove to be decisive late. Expect a tight first half before the Colonials pull away down the stretch. Final Score Prediction: Robert Morris Colonials win and cover ATS, 81–72. The best sportsbooks are the best way to go when you are betting on Robert Morris. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Youngstown State with the Onyx Odds promo code. Getting the most out of your bets on Robert Morris vs Youngstown State can be done by using the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.

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