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Youngstown State Penguins vs UIC Flames Recap - Youngstown State Wins 66-64

Tevin Olison scored 21 points leading Youngstown State to a 66-64 victory over UIC at Credit Union 1 Arena on Saturday.

Bettors who backed Youngstown State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks.

Dwayne Cohill had 19 points for Youngstown State and Michael Akuchie chipped in with 11 points. Shemar Rathan-Mayes had 5 assists for them, while Michael Akuchie was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

UIC got a 23-point performance from Damaria Franklin, who was supported by 13 points from Jalen Warren. Kevin Johnson had 5 assists in a losing cause for UIC, while Damaria Franklin grabbed 6 rebounds.

Youngstown State led at halftime, 32-30.

The rebound battle favored Youngstown State as they grabbed 40 boards, while UIC only had 30

Youngstown State heads into a battle against Oakland. UIC, meanwhile, will have their next action against Cleveland State.