Oakland (2-4) vs Wright State (5-4)
Game Info: Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:00 pm (OU Credit Union O'rena)
Betting Odds: Oakland -1.5 / Wright State +1.5 --- Over/Under: 137.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
In this article, we will formulate a Wright State vs Oakland prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, December 5th at OU Credit Union O’rena in Rochester, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Wright State Raiders Betting Preview
The Wright State Raiders are 5-4 this year after they defeated Air Force by a score of 70-57 in their last game. Wright State led 36-23 at halftime and was able to maintain that lead in the second half for the win. The Raiders shot 51.9% from the field, 45% on three-pointers, and 58.3% on free throws in the game. Brandon Noel led Wright State with 23 points and four rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Raiders lost to South Florida by a score of 73-72 and Bradley by a score of 77-74. Wright State has scored 77.4 points per game and they have allowed 71.3 points per game, while also averaging 34.1 rebounds and 15.2 assists per game this season. Brandon Noel is averaging 21 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game, while Wright State is shooting 49.6% from the field, 73.3% on free throws, and 35.9% on three-pointers this year. Wright State will take on Detroit after this game.
Oakland Golden Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies are 2-4 this year after they defeated Toledo by a score of 85-52 in their last game. Oakland led 34-23 at halftime and added 51 points in the second half in the blowout win. The Golden Grizzlies shot 54.8% from the field, 50% on three-pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. DQ Cole led Oakland with 22 points and five rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Golden Grizzlies lost four games in a row against Eastern Michigan, Kansas, Illinois, and Boise State. Oakland has scored 63 points per game and they have allowed 67.2 points per game, while also averaging 35.3 rebounds and 10.3 assists per game this season. Tuburu Naivalurua is averaging 12.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game, while Oakland is shooting 42.3% from the field, 60.5% on free throws, and 24.8% on three-pointers this year. Oakland will play against Youngstown State, Michigan State, and Cleveland State following this one.
Why Oakland will beat Wright State
- Oakland has won each of its last seven night games against the Horizon League.
- Wright State has lost the first half in each of its last three road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Wright State vs Oakland Prediction
Oakland comes into this matchup with just a 2-4 record to start the season, but they do have a blowout win over Toledo and they played Kansas and Illinois pretty tough. Wright State lost by nine points to that same Toledo team earlier this year, but they are shooting over 49% from the field. Oakland’s offensive numbers are pretty skewed by the level of competition they have played to start the season, but that same competition really helps them against an even opponent. Take Oakland at home here.
David’s Pick Oakland ML
AUTHOR: David Racey
