Michigan Dominates Oakland in 121-78 Victory
Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:30 PM ET · Crisler Center
Michigan Wolverines 121, Oakland Golden Grizzlies 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Michigan Wolverines?
Michigan Wolverines beat Oakland Golden Grizzlies 121-78 at Crisler Center on November 3, 2025.
The Michigan Wolverines delivered a commanding performance against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, winning decisively with a final score of 121-78. This matchup, held at the Crisler Center, showcased Michigan's offensive prowess and marked a strong start to their season, improving their record to 2-0. In contrast, Oakland fell to 0-2, continuing their struggle early in the campaign.
Michigan entered the game on a three-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games with an average of 70.7 points scored and 73.0 points allowed. Their recent form included victories against teams like the Wisconsin Badgers and the Purdue Boilermakers, with a notable win against Maryland Terrapins just before this game. At home, they have shown resilience, with a home record of 1-0 this season and a balanced performance in their last five games, averaging 70.6 points scored and 70.2 points allowed.
On the other hand, Oakland's recent form has been less favorable, as they have lost their last game against Robert Morris Colonials, bringing their record to 0-1 for the season. The Golden Grizzlies have also averaged 80.4 points scored and 77.0 points allowed over their last ten games, indicating a high-scoring capability but also a vulnerability on defense. Their away record stands at 0-1 this season, and they have struggled in their last five games, averaging 79.4 points scored while allowing 74.0 points.
The game featured a significant disparity in scoring, with Michigan's offense overwhelming Oakland's defense. Michigan's ability to score was evident, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a commanding lead. Key plays included three-point jumpers from players like Will Tschetter and Trey McKenney, contributing to a total of 121 points. Oakland's attempts to respond, including free throws from Isaac Garrett and a three-point jumper from Charlie May, were not enough to close the gap.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any notable absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their full rosters. This factor likely played a role in the Wolverines' dominant performance, as they capitalized on their depth and skill.
Betting lines prior to the game indicated a strong favoring of Michigan, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the market's confidence in their ability to secure a victory. The conditions at the Crisler Center were favorable for the home team, contributing to an electric atmosphere that likely energized the Wolverines.
Viewers should have noted Michigan's offensive strategy, which focused on three-point shooting and fast breaks, as well as their defensive efforts to contain Oakland's scoring threats. The Wolverines' ability to convert assists into points was also a highlight, with several plays resulting from teamwork and sharp passing.
Overall, this game not only showcased Michigan's offensive capabilities but also highlighted the challenges facing Oakland as they seek to find their rhythm early in the season.
Leaders
- PointsMorez Johnson Jr.24Michigan Wolverines
- AssistsElliot Cadeau14Michigan Wolverines
- ReboundsAday Mara12Michigan Wolverines
- PointsIsaac Garrett20Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- AssistsBrody Robinson5Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- ReboundsZiare Wells6Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Recent form
Michigan Wolverines
Last 10: 6-4Streak W370.7 scored · 73 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W59-53vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 16
- W81-80at Maryland TerrapinsMar 15
- W86-68vs Purdue BoilermakersMar 15
- L62-79at Michigan State SpartansMar 9
- L65-71vs Maryland TerrapinsMar 5
- L73-93vs Illinois Fighting IlliniMar 2
- W84-82vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsFeb 28
- W49-46at Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 25
- L62-75vs Michigan State SpartansFeb 22
- W86-83at Ohio State BuckeyesFeb 16
Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L180.4 scored · 77 allowed per game3-3 away
- 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
- W93-83vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 16
- W82-67at IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 12
- L75-84vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 7
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 Wolverines |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-64 | 45-70 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 64 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 19-35 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 54 |
| Free throws | 13-15 | 12-13 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 22 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 34 |
| Assists | 11 | 31 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 46 |
| Fouls | 11 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 46 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-76Elliot Cadeau made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-76Isaac Garrett made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-78Morez Johnson Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Elliot Cadeau.
- 2nd Half49-78Nassim Mashhour made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-78Nassim Mashhour made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-79Will Tschetter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-80Will Tschetter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-80Nassim Mashhour made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-83Will Tschetter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elliot Cadeau.
- 2nd Half55-83Tuburu Naivalurua made Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-86Trey McKenney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aday Mara.
- 2nd Half55-87Yaxel Lendeborg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-88Yaxel Lendeborg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-88Ziare Wells made Jumper. Assisted by Isaac Garrett.
- 2nd Half57-90Roddy Gayle Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-92Aday Mara made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-94Roddy Gayle Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-97Will Tschetter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yaxel Lendeborg.
- 2nd Half57-99Trey McKenney made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-100Trey McKenney made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-100Brett White II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nate Deer.
- 2nd Half60-103Yaxel Lendeborg made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Morez Johnson Jr..
- 2nd Half60-106Trey McKenney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Yaxel Lendeborg.
- 2nd Half62-106Isaac Garrett made Jumper. Assisted by Nassim Mashhour.
- 2nd Half63-106Isaac Garrett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-106Tuburu Naivalurua made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-107Oscar Goodman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-107Brody Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-107Brody Robinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-110Trey McKenney made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Charlie May.
- 2nd Half69-110Isaac Garrett made Dunk.
- 2nd Half72-110Tuburu Naivalurua made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brody Robinson.
- 2nd Half72-113Will Tschetter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trey McKenney.
- 2nd Half73-113Isaac Garrett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-113Isaac Garrett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-116Charlie May made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Oscar Goodman.
- 2nd Half74-119Trey McKenney made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half77-119Ziare Wells made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brody Robinson.
- 2nd Half77-121Oscar Goodman made Layup. Assisted by Trey McKenney.
- 2nd Half78-121Ziare Wells made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Michigan Wolverines, below favours Oakland Golden Grizzlies.
Venue
- Crisler CenterAnn Arbor, MI
- Attendance11801
- OfficialsBrian McNutt, Jeffrey Anderson, Anthony Burris
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