How to watch Youngstown State Penguins vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies: Live stream info, TV channel, game time | Jan. 1
The Youngstown State Penguins (8-6, 2-2 Horizon League) go up against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (6-8, 2-1 Horizon League) at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday in Horizon League play. The matchup airs on ESPN+.
Youngstown State fell at home to Detroit Mercy, 73-68, in its most recent game. Its top scorers were Cris Carroll (15 PTS, 8 REB, 2 STL, 33.33 FG%, 3-10 from 3PT) and Bryson Dawkins (14 PTS, 2 STL, 54.55 FG%, 2-5 from 3PT). Oakland lost to Wright State 88-73 on the road last time out, and were led by Brody Robinson
(27 PTS, 50.00 FG%, 5-8 from 3PT) and Tuburu Niavalurua
(18 PTS, 7 REB, 2 STL, 50.00 FG%).
As college basketball matchups continue, prepare for the contest with what you need to know about Thursday’s game.
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Youngstown State vs. Oakland: How to watch on TV or live stream
- Game day: Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Game time: 1 p.m. ET
- Location: Youngstown, Ohio
- Arena: Beeghly Center
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: ESPN+ – Watch NOW
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Penguins vs. Golden Grizzlies odds and spread
- Spread Favorite: Penguins (-1.5)
- Moneyline: Youngstown State (-110), Oakland (-110)
- Total: 156.5 points
College basketball odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Thursday at 9:33 a.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
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