Oakland Golden Grizzlies Defeat Northern Kentucky Norse 76-65
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · OU Credit Union O'rena
Oakland Golden Grizzlies 76, Northern Kentucky Norse 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northern Kentucky Norse vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies beat Northern Kentucky Norse 76-65 at OU Credit Union O'rena on February 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Northern Kentucky Norse vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup at the OU Credit Union O'rena, the Oakland Golden Grizzlies secured a 76-65 victory over the Northern Kentucky Norse. This win continues Oakland's positive momentum, marking their third consecutive victory and improving their record to 15-10, while Northern Kentucky falls to 14-11.
Both teams entered the game with identical records of 14-10, making this fixture particularly significant as it could impact their standings in the league. Oakland has shown strong form recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, with an impressive scoring average of 85.0 points per game while allowing 79.0. In contrast, Northern Kentucky's recent form has been less favorable, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games and a current losing streak of three games. They have averaged 83.3 points scored but have also allowed 80.1 points per game during that stretch.
At home, Oakland has a record of 2-2 in their last four games, while they have excelled away with a 5-1 record. Northern Kentucky has struggled on the road, holding a 2-3 record in away games, which has contributed to their recent difficulties. The two teams have faced each other three times in the past two seasons, with Oakland leading the head-to-head record 2-1. Their most recent meeting occurred on December 18, 2025, where Oakland emerged victorious with a score of 82-77.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this crucial matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, opened with Oakland favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 166.5 for the game. The moneyline for Oakland was listed at -175, while Northern Kentucky was at +145, reflecting the expectation of a competitive game.
Conditions in the arena were typical for a basketball game, with fans in attendance to support their teams. The atmosphere was charged, particularly as both teams sought to gain an advantage in the league standings.
Viewers were treated to a game that showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams, with Oakland's scoring plays including a series of layups and jumpers that highlighted their offensive strategy. Noteworthy moments included Michael Houge's contributions for Northern Kentucky and a strong performance from Oakland's Dan Gherezgher, who made significant plays in the second half.
Ultimately, Oakland's ability to maintain their scoring efficiency while tightening their defense in the second half proved decisive, allowing them to pull away and secure a comfortable win. The final score of 76-65 reflects Oakland's current form and their aspirations as they continue their campaign in the NCAAB season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OAK -3.5 | 166.5 o -110 / u -110 | Northern Kentucky Norse +145 · Oakland Golden Grizzlies -175 |
Leaders
- PointsBrody Robinson21Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- AssistsBrody Robinson7Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- ReboundsMichael Houge12Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- PointsDonovan Oday15Northern Kentucky Norse
- AssistsDonovan Oday5Northern Kentucky Norse
- ReboundsTae Dozier8Northern Kentucky Norse
Recent form
Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Last 10: 7-3Streak W285 scored · 79 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W74-65at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsJan 29
- W95-87at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 24
- L85-103vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 22
- W88-63at Green Bay PhoenixJan 18
- W73-60at Milwaukee PanthersJan 16
- L84-94vs Wright State RaidersJan 11
- W97-74vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 10
- W96-73vs Robert Morris ColonialsJan 4
- W85-83at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 1
- L73-88at Wright State RaidersDec 30
Northern Kentucky Norse
Last 10: 5-5Streak L383.3 scored · 80.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- L77-90at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 31
- L80-88at Wright State RaidersJan 24
- L89-92vs Robert Morris ColonialsJan 18
- W96-71vs Detroit Mercy TitansJan 16
- L78-80at Green Bay PhoenixJan 11
- W85-67at Milwaukee PanthersJan 10
- W94-79vs Youngstown State PenguinsJan 4
- W81-72vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsJan 1
- W79-77at Robert Morris ColonialsDec 30
- L74-85vs Charleston CougarsDec 21
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 | Northern Kentucky Norse | Oakland Golden Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-73 | 27-64 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-40 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 28 |
| Free throws | 8-13 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 49 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 36 |
| Assists | 15 | 18 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 6 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 40 |
| Fouls | 22 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 18 | 18 |
| Time in front | 34 | 62 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-36Warren Marshall IV makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half39-36Addison Archer makes 11-foot jumper (Shawn Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half39-38Tuburu Naivalurua makes 4-foot dunk (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half39-40Warren Marshall IV makes layup (Ziare Wells assists)
- 2nd Half41-40Shawn Nelson makes layup (Dan Gherezgher assists)
- 2nd Half41-42Brody Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half44-42Kael Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Shawn Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half44-44Brett White II makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-45Brett White II makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-45Donovan Oday makes layup
- 2nd Half48-45Ryan Tolliver makes layup
- 2nd Half48-47Michael Houge makes 10-foot jumper (Khoi Thurmon assists)
- 2nd Half48-50Brett White II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Khoi Thurmon assists)
- 2nd Half48-52Brody Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half51-52Dan Gherezgher makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Oday assists)
- 2nd Half51-53Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-54Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-55Ziare Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-55Shawn Nelson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-57Tuburu Naivalurua makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half52-58Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Brett White II makes 19-foot jumper (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half52-63Warren Marshall IV makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half55-63Tae Dozier makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dan Gherezgher assists)
- 2nd Half55-64Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-65Donovan Oday makes layup (Ryan Tolliver assists)
- 2nd Half57-66Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-67Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-69Michael Houge makes layup
- 2nd Half57-70Michael Houge makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-72Michael Houge makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half59-72Tae Dozier makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-74Michael Houge makes 6-foot jumper (Ziare Wells assists)
- 2nd Half61-74Tae Dozier makes layup (Dan Gherezgher assists)
- 2nd Half61-76Warren Marshall IV makes 2-foot dunk (Ziare Wells assists)
- 2nd Half62-76Addison Archer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-76Addison Archer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-76Dan Gherezgher makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Oakland Golden Grizzlies, below favours Northern Kentucky Norse.
Venue
- OU Credit Union O'renaRochester, MI
- Attendance2074
- OfficialsJose Carrion, Jourdan Love, Kenneth Moreland
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