Buffalo, N.Y. - The YSU Men's Basketball team won their opening game Monday night against Canisius by a final of 92-81. 

 

Four players finished in double figures, including Canisius transfer Malek Green who led Youngstown State in scoring with 21 points. 

 

Despite having an early deficit, YSU went on 33-3 run over the last 8:42 of the first half as they are 1-0 to start the 2022-2023 season. They are back in action Wednesday night as they host Tennessee-Martin at the Beeghly Center. Tipoff is set for 7:00 p.m.