YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — In a thrilling basketball matchup on Saturday, DeSean Goode scored 23 points, guiding IU Indianapolis to a narrow 84-79 victory over Youngstown State.
Goode also contributed significantly on the boards, pulling down eight rebounds as the Jaguars improved their record to 8-16 overall, with a conference record of 4-9 in the Horizon League.
Additionally, Paul Zilinskas joined the scoring effort, netting 20 points after hitting 7 of 17 from the field, including 4 of 9 from beyond the arc, and converting 2 of 3 free throws.
Jarvis Walker also made an impact, scoring 18 points with a shooting performance of 7 for 16 from the field and a successful 4 of 6 from the charity stripe.
For the Penguins, EJ Farmer was the standout performer, leading his team with 22 points and collecting nine rebounds.
Cris Carroll backed him up with 17 points, alongside three steals, showcasing his defensive skills.
Meanwhile, Nico Galette contributed a double-double with 16 points, 14 rebounds, and two blocks, almost helping his team pull off a comeback.
The game was a competitive display of talent from both sides, but IU Indianapolis ultimately secured the win, adding to Youngstown State’s challenges in the Horizon League.
