| MATCHUP | Northern Kentucky Norse | Oakland Golden Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 18-13 | 16-15 |
| Spread | +2.5 -108 | -2.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | +124 | -148 |
| Total | Over 159.5 (-105) | Under 159.5 (-115) |
| Where | Oakland Stadium | |
| When | Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
In this article we will formulate a Northern Kentucky vs Oakland prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, March 4th at OU Credit Union O’rena in Rochester, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Northern Kentucky Norse Betting Preview
The Northern Kentucky Norse are 18-13 (10-10) this season after they lost to Wright State by a score of 92-91 in their last game. Northern Kentucky led 53-35 at halftime, but they were outscored 57-38 in the second half for the loss. The Norse shot 53% from the field, 36% on three pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Donovan Oday led NKU with 21 points and two rebounds, while Dan Gherezgher added 21 points and three assists in the loss.
Prior to that game, Northern Kentucky defeated Cleveland State by a score of 81-70, but lost to Youngstown State by a score of 64-58 before that. The Norse have scored 82.5 points per game with 35.2 rebounds and 15.4 assists per game, while they have allowed 76.5 points against per game this season. Donovan Oday is averaging 18.7 points and 3.8 rebounds per game, while Dan Gherezgher is averaging 15.8 points and 3.2 rebounds per game for the Norse. Northern Kentucky is shooting 46.7% from the field, 71.5% on free throws, and 33.6% on three pointers this season.
Oakland Golden Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies are 16-15 (12-8) this year after they lost to Detroit Mercy by a score of 95-89 in their last game. Oakland trailed 49-42 at halftime, but they did score 47 points in the second half in the loss. The Golden Grizzlies shot 54% from the field, 42% on three pointers, and 77% on free throws in the game. Tuburu Naivalurua led Oakland with 24 points and four rebounds, while Brody Robinson added 19 points and nine assists in the loss.
Prior to that game, Oakland defeated IU Indy by a score of 86-74 and Milwaukee by a score of 81-70. The Golden Grizzlies have scored 82.5 points per game with 34.7 rebounds and 15.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 81.6 points against per game this season. Brody Robinson is averaging 17.0 points and 6.8 assists per game, while Tuburu Naivalurua is averaging 14.3 points and 6.0 rebounds per game for the Golden Grizzlies. Oakland is shooting 47.6% from the field, 75.0% on free throws, and 34.6% on three pointers this year.
Why the Oakland Golden Grizzlies will win
- Oakland has won five of its last six Conference Tournament night games.
Why the Northern Kentucky Norse will win
- Northern Kentucky has won four of its last five road night games against the Horizon League.
- Oakland has lost each of its last three night games at OU Credit Union O’rena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- The road team has won the first half in five of the last six games between Northern Kentucky and Oakland.
Total Points Facts
- Thirteen of Northern Kentucky’s last 15 Conference Tournament night games have produced a total of 157 or fewer points.
- Six of Oakland’s last seven night games at OU Credit Union O’rena have produced a total of 159+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Oakland ranks 361st among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (30.6).
- Oakland ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (64.9).
- Northern Kentucky ranks 34th among Division 1 teams for opponent turnovers per game this season (14.1).
- Northern Kentucky ranks T41st among Division 1 teams for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (27.7).
Northern Kentucky vs Oakland Prediction
Oakland comes into this matchup after losing three of their last five games and they have allowed at least 93 points in two of those three losses. The Golden Grizzlies are shooting 48% from the field and they have scored 81+ in three straight. Northern Kentucky has won three of their last five games, but they allowed 92 points last time out. The Norse are shooting 47% from the field and they have scored 81+ in four of their last five. I am going to take Oakland to win at home, but their defense is definitely a concern.