Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Northern Kentucky Norse NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/11/25
Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Golden Grizzlies versus the Norse? Tip off is at at 6:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, KY. The over/under for this game is set at 126 points, and Northern Kentucky is favored by -3 vs. Oakland in a Horizon League conference matchup.
OAKLAND GOLDEN GRIZZLIES VS NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE BETTING PICK
The Pick: Northern Kentucky Norse -3
This game will be played at Truist Arena at 6:00 ET on Saturday, January 11th.
WHY BET THE NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Norse.
- Not only will Northern Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 126 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.
Is a Road Win Possible for Oakland?
Oakland’s season continues to be a struggle, as they fell to 4-12 after a 66-62 loss to Wright State on Thursday. The Golden Grizzlies were +3 underdogs going into the game and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 128, under the O/U line of 138.5.
Oakland led 28-23 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34. Their inability to hold the lead and tighten up defensively in the 2nd half remains a concern as they look to turn their season around.
Oakland’s offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 5 of 22 threes for a 22.7% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 40.4% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 45.6%. Their free-throw shooting was also subpar, connecting on 11 of 19 attempts for 57.9%.
The Golden Grizzlies managed 16 offensive rebounds, but only recorded 5 assists as a team. Buru Naivalurua and Jack Doumbia each scored 16 points, with Doumbia shooting 7 of 10 from the field. Keaton Norris added 14 points, hitting 4 of 6 threes and dishing out 4 assists.
Oakland’s defense gave up 66 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 45% from the field, hitting 24 of 53 shots. Inside the arc, the Golden Grizzlies allowed 56% shooting, with 17 two-point baskets made.
From three-point range, Oakland’s defense held the opponent to 30% shooting, as they connected on 7 of 23 attempts. The opposing team also went 11/14 from the free-throw line, shooting 78%. Oakland gave up 11 offensive rebounds in the game.
Will Northern Kentucky Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?
Northern Kentucky fell to 7-8 on the season after a 72-61 road loss to Youngstown State on Wednesday. The Norse entered the game as +3 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 133, just under the O/U line of 136.5.
After trailing 42-25 at halftime, Northern Kentucky made a push in the second half, outscoring Youngstown State 36-30, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.
Northern Kentucky managed just 61 points in their last game, shooting 38.3% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 43.3%, with 10 offensive rebounds and 10 assists.
Juwan Maxey and Trey Robinson each scored 19 points, with Maxey hitting 5 of 8 threes. Gabe Dynes contributed 11 points and 15 rebounds, shooting 83.3% from the field.
Despite Northern Kentucky’s defensive efforts, they gave up 72 points, allowing their opponent to shoot 44% from the field. The Norse held them to 42% shooting on two-point attempts, with 12 makes on 28 tries.
From beyond the arc, Northern Kentucky’s opponent shot 46%, hitting 13 of 28 threes. They also went a perfect 9/9 from the free-throw line. The Norse allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.