YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (AP) - Juwan Maxey had 19 points in Youngstown State's 72-61 victory over Northern Kentucky on Wednesday night.

Maxey went 6 of 11 from the field (5 for 8 from 3-point range) for the Penguins (11-6, 6-1 Horizon League). Ty Harper went 5 of 9 from the field (4 for 6 from 3-point range) to add 14 points. David Wilkerson had 12 points and went 5 of 8 from the field (2 for 3 from 3-point range).

Trey Robinson led the way for the Norse (9-8, 4-2) with 19 points, six rebounds and two steals. Northern Kentucky also got 13 points from LJ Wells. Sam Vinson had 10 points, five assists and three steals.

The Penguins hold a half-game lead over Cleveland State for the top spot in the Horizon League.

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Both teams next play Saturday. Youngstown State hosts Cleveland State and Northern Kentucky plays Oakland at home.