Oakland Dominates Defiance in 113-47 Victory
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · OU Credit Union O'rena
Oakland Golden Grizzlies 113, Defiance Yellow Jackets 47, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Defiance Yellow Jackets vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies beat Defiance Yellow Jackets 113-47 at OU Credit Union O'rena on November 15, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Oakland Golden Grizzlies defeated the Defiance Yellow Jackets with a final score of 113-47. This matchup, held at the OU Credit Union O'rena, showcased Oakland's offensive prowess and marked a significant turnaround after a challenging start to the season. The Golden Grizzlies, who came into the game with a home record of 1-3, improved their overall record to 2-3 with this victory.
Oakland had been struggling recently, entering the game on a four-game losing streak. Their last ten games reflected a record of 4-6, with an average of 75.4 points scored per game and 82.2 points allowed. In their last five games, they averaged 69.6 points while allowing 85.8 points, indicating defensive challenges that they managed to overcome in this contest. Prior to this game, Oakland's last outing resulted in a loss against the Houston Cougars, where they fell 45-78. However, the home court advantage clearly played a role in their performance against Defiance, as they maintained an undefeated home record of 2-0 this season.
Defiance, on the other hand, continued to struggle, suffering their fourth consecutive loss. Their recent form has been dismal, with an overall record of 0-4 in their last four games and an average of just 52.8 points scored while allowing a staggering 107.5 points. Their last match was a heavy defeat against the Miami (OH) RedHawks, where they lost 58-141. Defiance's away record now stands at 0-4, and they have yet to secure a win on the road this season.
The previous meeting between these two teams occurred earlier in the season on November 5, 2024, where Oakland also emerged victorious with a score of 75-52. This established a 1-0 head-to-head record in favor of the Golden Grizzlies, further highlighting their dominance in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details affecting either team, but both squads have shown vulnerabilities that have contributed to their recent performances. The market had priced Oakland as a strong favorite, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the victory.
The conditions for the game were favorable for the home team, and the Golden Grizzlies took full advantage of the situation. They built a substantial lead early and maintained control throughout the game, allowing them to experiment with different lineups and strategies as the game progressed. The scoring plays in the second half illustrated their offensive depth, with contributions from multiple players. Notable moments included Evan Park making a three-point jumper and Nassim Mashhour hitting several key shots, showcasing the team's ability to stretch the floor and score from beyond the arc.
Overall, this fixture was a testament to Oakland's potential as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season. The Golden Grizzlies’ ability to score efficiently while tightening their defense will be crucial as they aim to improve their standing in the league. Meanwhile, Defiance will need to regroup and reassess their strategies as they continue to search for their first win of the season.
Leaders
- PointsBrett White II18Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- AssistsBrody Robinson6Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- ReboundsNate Deer10Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- PointsIsaiah Meade-Moss10Defiance Yellow Jackets
- AssistsGrady Toumazos2Defiance Yellow Jackets
- ReboundsIsaiah Meade-Moss6Defiance Yellow Jackets
Recent form
Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Last 10: 4-6Streak L475.4 scored · 82.2 allowed per game2-0 at home
- L45-78at Houston CougarsNov 13
- L77-87at Purdue BoilermakersNov 8
- L78-121at Michigan WolverinesNov 4
- L76-79at Robert Morris ColonialsMar 10
- W72-64at Milwaukee PanthersMar 7
- W96-72vs Green Bay PhoenixMar 5
- W87-84at Green Bay PhoenixMar 2
- L66-71at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 28
- W91-86vs Cleveland State VikingsFeb 23
- L66-80at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 22
Defiance Yellow Jackets
Last 4: 0-4Streak L452.8 scored · 107.5 allowed per game0-4 away
- L58-141at Miami (OH) RedHawksDec 31
- L52-103at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsDec 20
- L49-111at Toledo RocketsDec 7
- L52-75at Oakland Golden GrizzliesNov 5
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 | Defiance Yellow Jackets | Oakland Golden Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-56 | 44-70 |
| Field goal % | 34 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 4-20 | 8-22 |
| Three-point % | 20 | 36 |
| Free throws | 5-8 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 29 |
| Assists | 7 | 19 |
| Steals | 8 | 21 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 27 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 47 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 72 |
| Fouls | 20 | 9 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half21-64Warren Marshall IV made Layup.
- 1st Half21-65Warren Marshall IV made Free Throw.
- 1st Half21-67Tuburu Naivalurua made Layup. Assisted by Brody Robinson.
- 1st Half21-68Brody Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half23-70Tuburu Naivalurua made Jumper.
- 2nd Half23-68Donovan Stone made Layup.
- 2nd Half23-72Brody Robinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half23-74Ziare Wells made Layup. Assisted by Brody Robinson.
- 2nd Half23-76Tuburu Naivalurua made Dunk.
- 2nd Half23-78Tuburu Naivalurua made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half24-78Evan Park made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-78Evan Park made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-80Isaac Garrett made Layup.
- 2nd Half25-81Brody Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-82Brody Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half25-84Isaac Garrett made Layup.
- 2nd Half27-84Evan Angstmann made Layup. Assisted by Christian Burton.
- 2nd Half27-87Brett White II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Garrett.
- 2nd Half30-87Ried Jury made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Donovan Stone.
- 2nd Half31-87Dre'Sean Roberts made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-87Dre'Sean Roberts made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-90Brett White II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Khoi Thurmon.
- 2nd Half32-92Brett White II made Dunk. Assisted by Warren Marshall IV.
- 2nd Half34-92Christian Burton made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-93Nate Deer made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-93Dre'Sean Roberts made Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-93Ried Jury made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-95Brett White II made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half40-95Christian Burton made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-97Nate Deer made Dunk.
- 2nd Half40-100Brett White II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ziare Wells.
- 2nd Half40-102Ziare Wells made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-102Evan Park made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dre'Sean Roberts.
- 2nd Half45-102Jeffrey Smith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-104Warren Marshall IV made Dunk.
- 2nd Half45-107Warren Marshall IV made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Khoi Thurmon.
- 2nd Half45-110Nassim Mashhour made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Khoi Thurmon.
- 2nd Half47-110Evan Park made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-112Brett White II made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-113Nassim Mashhour made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Oakland Golden Grizzlies, below favours Defiance Yellow Jackets.
Venue
- OU Credit Union O'renaRochester, MI
- Attendance1821
- OfficialsNate Harris, Steve Honacki, Ross Winter
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