Michigan State Defeats Oakland in Close Contest
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Little Caesars Arena
Michigan State Spartans 79, Oakland Golden Grizzlies 70, 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 Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Michigan State Spartans?
Michigan State Spartans beat Oakland Golden Grizzlies 79-70 at Little Caesars Arena on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Michigan State Spartans?
Michigan State Spartans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -3200 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
The Michigan State Spartans secured a victory against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies with a final score of 79-70 in a matchup held at Little Caesars Arena. This game showcased Michigan State's strong home record, improving it to 12-1, while Oakland's record now stands at 6-8. The Spartans have been in impressive form, boasting a home record of 5-1 this season and a recent streak of two consecutive wins. They averaged 77.7 points scored and allowed 62.1 points over their last ten games, indicating a solid defensive performance alongside their offensive capabilities.
In contrast, the Golden Grizzlies have had a mixed performance lately, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and a current streak of one win. Their scoring average during this stretch has been notably high at 85.4 points, but they have also allowed an average of 80.5 points per game, highlighting some defensive vulnerabilities. Oakland's away record now stands at 3-5 after this matchup.
The two teams had previously met earlier in the season, where Michigan State also emerged victorious with a score of 77-58. This history of success against Oakland likely contributed to the Spartans' confidence heading into this game.
In terms of player contributions, the scoring plays in the second half were pivotal for Michigan State, with Coen Carr making significant contributions, including a layup and a jumper that helped maintain the lead as the game progressed. The Spartans' ability to convert free throws late in the game was also crucial, with Jaxon Kohler and Brody Robinson each contributing from the line to secure the win.
The betting market reflected Michigan State's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 19.5-point favorites, indicating a high level of confidence in their ability to win. The total points for the game was set at 155.5, suggesting an expectation for a relatively high-scoring affair.
As for the game conditions, both teams faced a competitive atmosphere at the neutral site, which can sometimes lead to unpredictable outcomes. However, Michigan State's home-like advantage in terms of fan support and familiarity with the venue likely played a role in their performance.
Overall, viewers were treated to a competitive game that showcased the strengths of both teams, but ultimately, Michigan State's solid defense and strategic scoring in critical moments led them to victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MSU -19.5 | 155.5 o -105 / u -115 | Oakland Golden Grizzlies +1400 · Michigan State Spartans -3200 |
Leaders
- PointsCoen Carr22Michigan State Spartans
- AssistsKur Teng5Michigan State Spartans
- ReboundsJaxon Kohler13Michigan State Spartans
- PointsTuburu Naivalurua18Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- AssistsBrody Robinson8Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- ReboundsIsaac Garrett6Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Recent form
Michigan State Spartans
Last 10: 9-1Streak W277.7 scored · 62.1 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W92-69vs Toledo RocketsDec 16
- W76-72at Penn State Nittany LionsDec 13
- L60-66vs Duke Blue DevilsDec 6
- W71-52vs Iowa HawkeyesDec 3
- W74-58at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 27
- W89-56at East Carolina PiratesNov 25
- W84-56vs Detroit Mercy TitansNov 21
- W83-66at Kentucky WildcatsNov 18
- W79-60vs San José State SpartansNov 13
- W69-66vs Arkansas RazorbacksNov 9
Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Last 10: 6-4Streak W185.4 scored · 80.5 allowed per game3-4 away
- 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
- L91-97at Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 21
- L83-87at UCF KnightsNov 18
- W113-47vs Defiance Yellow JacketsNov 15
- L45-78at Houston CougarsNov 13
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 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Oakland Golden Grizzlies | Michigan State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-56 | 28-61 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 10-22 | 6-22 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 27 |
| Free throws | 12-13 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 27 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 11 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 42 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 24 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-47Tuburu Naivalurua makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47Tuburu Naivalurua makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-49Jeremy Fears Jr. makes layup (Kur Teng assists)
- 2nd Half41-51Jaxon Kohler makes layup (Kur Teng assists)
- 2nd Half41-52Carson Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-53Carson Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-53Tuburu Naivalurua makes layup
- 2nd Half43-55Jesse McCulloch makes 9-foot jumper (Kur Teng assists)
- 2nd Half45-55Brody Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half47-55Isaac Garrett makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half47-57Coen Carr makes layup
- 2nd Half47-58Coen Carr makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-58Tuburu Naivalurua makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half50-60Coen Carr makes layup (Jeremy Fears Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half52-60Tuburu Naivalurua makes layup
- 2nd Half54-60Tuburu Naivalurua makes layup (Isaac Garrett assists)
- 2nd Half54-62Carson Cooper makes 5-foot hook shot (Trey Fort assists)
- 2nd Half55-62Isaac Garrett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Isaac Garrett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Carson Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Carson Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Ziare Wells makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-65Jesse McCulloch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-66Jesse McCulloch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Ziare Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-66Ziare Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68Jordan Scott makes layup
- 2nd Half62-68Ziare Wells makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half62-69Jordan Scott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-71Coen Carr makes layup
- 2nd Half65-71Ziare Wells makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half65-72Coen Carr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-74Coen Carr makes 9-foot jumper (Denham Wojcik assists)
- 2nd Half65-75Jaxon Kohler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-76Jaxon Kohler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76Brett White II makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half68-78Coen Carr makes layup
- 2nd Half68-79Coen Carr makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-79Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-79Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Michigan State Spartans, below favours Oakland Golden Grizzlies.
Venue
- Little Caesars ArenaDetroit, MI
- Attendance15789
- OfficialsPaul Szelc, Steve McJunkins, Randy Richardson
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