Oakland Dominates Cleveland State in Conference Clash
Friday, January 9, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · OU Credit Union O'rena
Oakland Golden Grizzlies 97, Cleveland State Vikings 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Cleveland State Vikings vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies beat Cleveland State Vikings 97-74 at OU Credit Union O'rena on January 9, 2026.
Who was favored in Cleveland State Vikings vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Oakland Golden Grizzlies triumphed over the Cleveland State Vikings with a final score of 97-74. This victory underscores Oakland's strong performance at home, where they have now achieved a record of 9-8 for the season. The game took place at the OU Credit Union O'rena, providing a familiar and supportive environment for the Golden Grizzlies.
Oakland has been in good form recently, boasting a record of 7-3 over their last ten games. They are currently on a two-game winning streak, with an average of 84.6 points scored and 81.9 points allowed during this stretch. Their recent games include a 96-73 victory against Robert Morris Colonials and an 85-83 win over Youngstown State Penguins. At home, they have been particularly effective, maintaining an undefeated record of 3-0 in their last three home games.
Conversely, the Cleveland State Vikings have struggled this season, currently holding a record of 5-12. Their recent form shows a 3-7 record over the last ten games, with their last game resulting in a loss. On average, the Vikings have scored 79.2 points while allowing 79.3 points per game. Their last five games reflect a record of 2-3, with an average of 82.8 points scored and 78.8 points allowed. Notably, they have not won any of their last five away games, which has contributed to their overall struggles this season.
In terms of head-to-head encounters, the teams have split their previous meetings with a record of 1-1. In their most recent face-off on February 23, 2025, Oakland secured a narrow victory with a score of 91-86. However, in their earlier encounter on December 20, 2024, Cleveland State emerged victorious with a score of 92-75.
Injury updates were not provided in the block, but both teams have had to navigate their respective challenges throughout the season. The betting market reflects Oakland's dominance, with DraftKings listing them as 15.5-point favorites, indicating a strong expectation for their performance. The total points line is set at 169.5, with over odds at -105.0 and under odds at -115.0. The money line shows Oakland at -1600.0 and Cleveland State at 900.0, further emphasizing the disparity in expectations for the matchup.
Conditions during the game were not specified, but the home court advantage at the OU Credit Union O'rena likely played a role in Oakland's performance. Fans watching the game would have noted key moments, including Jaidon Lipscomb's contributions to Cleveland State's scoring in the second half, where he made several crucial shots, including a 12-foot jumper and a layup, despite the team's overall struggles.
Overall, Oakland's commanding win against Cleveland State highlights their current form and effectiveness at home, while the Vikings continue to seek answers as they navigate a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OAK -15.5 | 169.5 o -105 / u -115 | Cleveland State Vikings +900 · Oakland Golden Grizzlies -1600 |
Leaders
- PointsZiare Wells23Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- AssistsBrody Robinson10Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- ReboundsMichael Houge10Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- PointsDayan Nessah16Cleveland State Vikings
- AssistsPreist Ryan4Cleveland State Vikings
- ReboundsPreist Ryan6Cleveland State Vikings
Recent form
Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Last 10: 7-3Streak W284.6 scored · 81.9 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W96-73vs Robert Morris ColonialsJan 4
- W85-83at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 1
- L73-88at Wright State RaidersDec 30
- L70-79at Michigan State SpartansDec 20
- W82-77at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 18
- L63-75at Northern Iowa PanthersDec 13
- W98-97vs Toledo RocketsDec 6
- W101-92vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsDec 4
- W95-87at Montana GrizzliesNov 26
- W83-68at Lamar CardinalsNov 24
Cleveland State Vikings
Last 10: 3-7Streak L179.2 scored · 79.3 allowed per game0-5 away
- L71-74at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 4
- W99-86vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 30
- L71-81vs Milwaukee PanthersDec 21
- L77-101at UAB BlazersDec 18
- W96-52vs Oakland City Mighty OaksDec 14
- L59-71vs Detroit Mercy TitansDec 6
- L80-95at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 4
- L59-86at Missouri TigersNov 28
- W109-56vs Waynesburg Yellow JacketsNov 26
- L71-91at Kent State Golden FlashesNov 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Cleveland State Vikings | Oakland Golden Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-75 | 32-75 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 4-27 | 9-33 |
| Three-point % | 15 | 27 |
| Free throws | 8-10 | 24-27 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 24 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 23 |
| Steals | 9 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 46 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 33 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 6 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-57Tuburu Naivalurua makes layup
- 2nd Half44-58Tuburu Naivalurua makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-58Preist Ryan makes layup
- 2nd Half46-60Ziare Wells makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-62Ziare Wells makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-63Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-64Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-67Ziare Wells makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half48-67Holden Pierre-Louis makes layup
- 2nd Half48-69Michael Houge makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-71Brody Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half48-73Ziare Wells makes 13-foot jumper (Khoi Thurmon assists)
- 2nd Half50-73David Giddens makes layup
- 2nd Half50-76Isaac Garrett makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ziare Wells assists)
- 2nd Half50-78Isaac Garrett makes layup (Michael Houge assists)
- 2nd Half52-78David Giddens makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-78Holden Pierre-Louis makes layup
- 2nd Half54-79Tuburu Naivalurua makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-80Tuburu Naivalurua makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-80Dayan Nessah makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half57-80Preist Ryan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-80Preist Ryan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-82Tuburu Naivalurua makes 9-foot jumper (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half60-82Kevo St. Hilaire makes layup (Preist Ryan assists)
- 2nd Half60-85Brett White II makes 22-foot three point jumper (Tuburu Naivalurua assists)
- 2nd Half62-85Dayan Nessah makes layup (Manny Hill assists)
- 2nd Half62-87Warren Marshall IV makes layup (Ziare Wells assists)
- 2nd Half62-89Michael Houge makes layup
- 2nd Half62-90Michael Houge makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-90David Giddens makes layup
- 2nd Half64-91Michael Houge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-92Michael Houge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-92Jaidon Lipscomb makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-94Khoi Thurmon makes layup
- 2nd Half66-97MJ Yeager makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ziare Wells assists)
- 2nd Half67-97Jaidon Lipscomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-97Jaidon Lipscomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-97Jaidon Lipscomb makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half72-97Jaidon Lipscomb makes layup
- 2nd Half74-97Kamari Jones makes layup (David Giddens assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Oakland Golden Grizzlies, below favours Cleveland State Vikings.
Venue
- OU Credit Union O'renaRochester, MI
- Attendance1937
- OfficialsTim Comer, Jose Carrion, John Hendricks
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