Oakland Dominates Robert Morris in 96-73 Victory
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · OU Credit Union O'rena
Oakland Golden Grizzlies 96, Robert Morris Colonials 73, 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 Robert Morris Colonials vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies beat Robert Morris Colonials 96-73 at OU Credit Union O'rena on January 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Robert Morris Colonials vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies?
Oakland Golden Grizzlies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Oakland Golden Grizzlies triumphed over the Robert Morris Colonials with a final score of 96-73 at the OU Credit Union O'rena. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Oakland, who had struggled in previous encounters against Robert Morris, having lost all three of their last meetings. The Golden Grizzlies' recent form has seen them improve to 6-4 in their last ten games, with an average of 84.1 points scored and 84.3 points allowed. They entered this matchup on a one-game winning streak, having edged past Youngstown State Penguins 85-83 in their last outing.
On the other hand, Robert Morris came into the game with a solid record of 11-6 and had been performing well, winning eight of their last ten games, averaging 77.7 points scored and allowing 71.5 points. Their recent victory against Detroit Mercy Titans, where they won 85-77, extended their winning streak to one.
The game started with Oakland showcasing their offensive prowess, quickly establishing a lead that they would maintain throughout the contest. The Golden Grizzlies' ability to score effectively at home has been notable, as they held a perfect 2-0 record at home in their last ten games. In contrast, Robert Morris had a mixed away record of 3-1 in their last four away games, which may have contributed to their struggles in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams appeared to field their regular lineups. The conditions in the arena were favorable for a high-scoring game, which was reflected in the total set by DraftKings at 161.5, with a spread favoring Oakland by 1.5 points. The home moneyline was priced at -135.0, while Robert Morris was listed at +114.0.
As the game progressed, Oakland's offensive strategy proved effective, with several players contributing to the scoreline. Key scoring plays included Michael Houge's layup and free throws that helped solidify their lead in the second half. The Golden Grizzlies' defense, while allowing an average of 84.3 points in recent games, managed to contain Robert Morris effectively, limiting their scoring opportunities.
Overall, this fixture highlighted Oakland's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, especially after a series of disappointing results against Robert Morris. The final score of 96-73 not only reflects a solid home performance but also sets a tone for their upcoming games as they look to build on this momentum.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OAK -1.5 | 161.5 o -110 / u -110 | Robert Morris Colonials +114 · Oakland Golden Grizzlies -135 |
Leaders
- PointsIsaac Garrett30Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- AssistsBrody Robinson8Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- ReboundsMichael Houge7Oakland Golden Grizzlies
- PointsDeSean Goode18Robert Morris Colonials
- AssistsAlbert Vargas4Robert Morris Colonials
- ReboundsDeSean Goode8Robert Morris Colonials
Recent form
Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Last 10: 6-4Streak W184.1 scored · 84.3 allowed per game2-0 at home
- 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
- L91-97at Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 21
Robert Morris Colonials
Last 10: 8-2Streak W177.7 scored · 71.5 allowed per game3-1 away
- W85-77at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 3
- L77-79vs Northern Kentucky NorseDec 30
- W79-70at Saint Francis Red WolvesDec 20
- W80-77vs Youngstown State PenguinsDec 18
- W75-70vs Toledo RocketsDec 13
- L72-74at Milwaukee PanthersDec 7
- W80-78at Green Bay PhoenixDec 5
- W80-62vs Stetson HattersNov 30
- W61-54vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 28
- W88-74vs UIC FlamesNov 26
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 | Robert Morris Colonials | Oakland Golden Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-61 | 30-56 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 5-22 | 3-16 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 19 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 33-37 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 25 |
| Assists | 19 | 18 |
| Steals | 1 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 2 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 48 |
| Fouls | 24 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 31 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-62Tuburu Naivalurua makes layup
- 2nd Half46-64Tuburu Naivalurua makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half46-65Tuburu Naivalurua makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-65Eddie Cooke Iii makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-66Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-67Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-67Ubong Okon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-67Ubong Okon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-70Brett White II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Warren Marshall IV assists)
- 2nd Half52-70DeSean Goode makes layup (Kaleb Brown assists)
- 2nd Half52-72Khoi Thurmon makes layup (Brody Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half54-72DeSean Goode makes layup (Kaleb Brown assists)
- 2nd Half54-73Brett White II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-74Brett White II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-76Warren Marshall IV makes layup
- 2nd Half56-76Josh Hill makes layup
- 2nd Half57-76Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-77Isaac Garrett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-78Isaac Garrett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-78DeSean Goode makes layup (Nikolaos Chitikoudis assists)
- 2nd Half59-80Khoi Thurmon makes layup
- 2nd Half59-82Ziare Wells makes layup (Isaac Garrett assists)
- 2nd Half59-83Ziare Wells makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-83Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-85Isaac Garrett makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-86Brody Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-87Brody Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-89Michael Houge makes layup
- 2nd Half60-91Ziare Wells makes layup
- 2nd Half62-91Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
- 2nd Half64-91Jeremiah Littlejohn makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-91Samuel Obenjo makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-91Jeremiah Littlejohn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-91Jeremiah Littlejohn makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-93Michael Houge makes layup (Khoi Thurmon assists)
- 2nd Half70-93Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup
- 2nd Half70-95Khoi Thurmon makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-95Samuel Obenjo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-96Michael Houge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-96Jeremiah Littlejohn makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Oakland Golden Grizzlies, below favours Robert Morris Colonials.
Venue
- OU Credit Union O'renaRochester, MI
- Attendance1880
- OfficialsBrian Dorsey, Andy O'Brien, Luke Schumer
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