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Oakland at Hawaii odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Oakland at Hawaii odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (7-4) welcome the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (4-8) to Stan Sheriff Center Wednesday for the third-place game in the Hawaiian Airlines Diamond Head Classic. Tip is set for 6:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Oakland vs. Hawaii odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

The Rainbow Warriors lost 69-55 to the Nebraska Cornhuskers Monday, closing as an 8-point home underdog. They did kick off the tournament with a 17-point win and cover over the Charlotte 49ers Sunday. Hawaii has won 2 of its last 3 games and is 5-4 against the spread (ATS). Its most high-profile game was an 87-69 home loss to the North Carolina Tar Heels on Nov. 23.

The Golden Grizzlies beat the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 72-71 Sunday, closing as a 6.5-point underdog. They played the Oregon State Beavers Monday, losing 80-74 in overtime. However, they did cover as a 10-point underdog. Oakland is 6-5 ATS on the season and 3-3 ATS on the road.

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Oakland at Hawaii odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds Lines last updated at 12:24 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oakland +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Hawaii -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Oakland +3.5 (-115) | Hawaii -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 133.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Oakland at Hawaii picks and predictions

Prediction

Hawaii 71, Oakland 65

Moneyline

PASS.

While there could be some value on the moneyline, the preferred play is on the home side’s spread. Oakland is just 1-5 on the road, so it has struggled to win outright away from home.

Against the spread

BET HAWAII -3.5 (-105).

The Golden Grizzlies are 0-2 ATS in games with a spread under 5 points with a 17-point loss to the Cleveland State Vikings and a 16-point loss to Youngstown State Penguins. Oakland is 2-3 ATS in its last 5 games.

Hawaii is 2-0 ATS with a spread of 5 points or fewer, and it is 4-2 ATS as a single-digit favorite. The Rainbow Warriors have their top 5 scoring weapons shooting over 43% from the field, suggesting they have the offensive potency and depth to score enough to pull ahead.

Back HAWAII -3.5 (-105).

Over/Under

BET OVER 133.5 (-105).

The Rainbow Warriors are 6-3 O/U on the season and have scored at least 71 points in 2 of their last 3 games. They are 4-3 O/U at home. Hawaii has also allowed at least 69 points in 3 of its last 5 contests.

Oakland has gone Over in 4 straight games, scoring at least 72 points in 3 straight while allowing at least 71 in all 4.

Back OVER 133.5 (-105).

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Michigan State vs. Oakland odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Michigan State vs. Oakland odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 19 Michigan State Spartans (8-2) take on the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (3-5) on Tuesday. Tip-off from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Michigan State vs. Oakland odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Michigan State rolled to its third straight win on Saturday, crushing the Nebraska Cornhuskers 89-52. The Spartans easily covered as 7.5-point favorites and the Under 147 hit. MSU owned the boards, outrebounding the Cornhuskers 48-19. G Jaden Akins scored a game-high 18 points.

Oakland had a rough outing on Saturday, losing to the Youngstown State Penguins 66-50 as 2-point road underdogs while the Under 132.5 hit. The Golden Grizzlies struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 2-of-16 (12.5%). Forward Allen Mukeba tried to keep them in it with 17 points, 5 rebounds, an assist and a block, but it was not enough.

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Michigan State vs. Oakland odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds. Lines last updated at 5:52 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Michigan State -1600 (bet $1,600 to win $100) | Oakland +900 (bet $100 to win $900)
Against the spread (ATS): Michigan State -16.5 (-110) | Oakland +16.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 134.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Michigan State vs. Oakland picks and predictions

Prediction

Michigan State 74, Oakland 61

Moneyline

PASS.

The Spartans (-1600) will get the win on Tuesday night, but I’ve got the Golden Grizzlies keeping it competitive. I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET OAKLAND +16.5 (-110).

Give Oakland credit—they’ve really stepped up their non-conference schedule this season, taking on tough teams like the Kansas Jayhawks, Illinois Fighting Illini, Boise State Broncos, and now Michigan State. The Spartans have won every matchup against Oakland since 2014, but the Golden Grizzlies have kept it close, covering the spread in 7 of the last 10 meetings.

Oakland averages just 10 turnovers per game, good for 54th in the country. On the other side, Michigan State has been hit or miss ATS this year, sitting at 5-4. When favored by 16.5 points or more, they’ve only covered once in 3 games.

The Spartans’ biggest issue is 3-point shooting. They’re hitting just 27.7% from deep, which ranks a brutal 339th in the country. It’s hard to trust them to cover a big number when they struggle so much from long range.

Michigan State has also lost their last 4 night games at neutral sites, while Oakland has won 5 of their last 6 in those spots.

The Golden Grizzlies don’t make a lot of mistakes, and Michigan State’s shooting woes could make it tough for them to pull away. Oakland has a knack for hanging around in games like this, and there’s a good chance they keep it closer than the spread.

Over/Under

Oakland has hit the Under in 7 straight games, while Michigan State has gone Over in 2 of their last 3. Both teams struggle from deep, and they hold opponents under 70 points per game, so the Under feels like the safer lean.

I’ll PASS and concentrate on the spread,.

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Oakland at Kansas odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Oakland at Kansas odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks (3-0) welcome the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (1-2) to Allen Fieldhouse Saturday. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Oakland vs. Kansas odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Kansas is No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports Men’s Basketball Coaches Poll. The Jayhawks beat the Michigan State Spartans 77-69 in the Champions Classic Tuesday, covering as 6-point neutral-court favorites. They already have a signature win as well, taking down the No. 11 North Carolina Tar Heels 92-89 Nov. 8. Kansas is 2-1 against the spread (ATS) and 1-1 ATS at home. It is led by C Hunter Dickinson, who is averaging 21.3 points per game.

Oakland, which plays in the Horizon League, lost 66-54 to the Illinois Fighting Illini Wednesday, closing as a 23.5-point road underdog. It opened its season with a 22-point win, 75-52, over the Defiance Yellow Jackets but has lost back-to-back games since. Oakland is led by G DQ Cole, who is averaging 10.7 points per game this season.

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Oakland at Kansas odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college basketball odds Lines last updated at 11:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread: Oakland +26.5 (-105) | Kansas -26.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 146.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Oakland at Kansas picks and predictions

Prediction

Kansas 81, Oakland 49

Moneyline

PASS.

Even if you find odds on the moneyline somewhere, avoid them. Kansas would be far too expensive of a favorite to back.

Against the spread

BET KANSAS -26.5 (-115).

The Jayhawks play an efficient style of basketball with Dickinson able to dominate many smaller teams, much like he did against Howard. Kansas covered in its lone double-digit spread, beating the Bison by 30 yet closing as a 27.5-point favorite.

Oakland lost 87-43 at Boise State Nov. 6 and 66-54 at Illinois Wednesday. Kansas will be a far better side than both, and the Golden Grizzlies’ main weapon shooting 27.5% from the field doesn’t give much faith that they can score on the Jayhawks.

Back KANSAS -26.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 146.5 (-105).

Kansas may do its part here, but Oakland has scored 97 points in its last 2 games combined. Three of its top 5 weapons are shooting under 30% from the field. It is 0-2 O/U in its 2 games that were on the board.

Kansas is 1-2 O/U and has allowed fewer than 70 in 2 games. It went Under in its lone game as a favorite of 20 or more. Take UNDER 146.5 (-105).

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March Madness: Oakland vs. NC State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Oakland vs. NC State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 14th-seeded Oakland Golden Grizzlies (24-11) square off against the 11th-seeded NC State Wolfpack (23-14) on Saturday in the 2nd round of the South Region. Tip from PPG Paints Arena is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET (TBS/truTV). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Oakland vs. NC State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The Golden Grizzlies had the largest upset of the 1st round on Thursday with an 80-76 win over 3rd-seeded Kentucky while covering as 13-point underdogs. G Jack Gohlke scored a game-high 32 points on 10-of-20 from 3, one shy of the NCAA Tournament record. F Trey Townsend had a double-double (17 points, 12 rebounds) while Oakland shot 41.3% from the field and 48.4% from beyond the arc.

NC State took down 6th-seeded Texas Tech 80-67 on Thursday while covering as a 5-point underdog. F Ben Middlebrooks scored a game-high 21 points and F Mohamed Diarra had a double-double (17 points, 12 rebounds). The Wolfpack shot 50.9% from the field in the win.

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Oakland vs. NC State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Oakland +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | NC State -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Oakland +6.5 (-115) | NC State -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 144.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Oakland vs. NC State picks and predictions

Prediction

NC State 74, Oakland 65

Moneyline

PASS.

While Oakland is the early Cinderella team of the tournament, NC State (-275) is hitting its stride at the perfect time and will prove to be too much to handle. The spread presents more value for the Wolfpack.

Against the spread

BET NC STATE -6.5 (-105).

Oakland found a lot of success on Thursday from beyond the arc, but now that the secret of Gohlke is out, expect NC State to shut him down. The Wolfpack have covered the spread in each of their last 5 games and have scored 80 or more points in 4 of their last 6 games. Oakland has scored 75 or fewer points in 5 of their last 7 and will be unable to keep up on Saturday.

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Over/Under

BET UNDER 144.5 (-110).

Oakland and NC State each hit the Under in the 1st round on Thursday. While both teams are capable of high scoring, NC State’s defense will play a key role in the Under hitting on Saturday. The Wolfpack have held opponents to 69 or fewer points in 4 of their last 5 while the Golden Grizzlies have scored 75 or fewer points in 7 of their last 10.

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March Madness: Oakland vs. Kentucky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Oakland vs. Kentucky odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 14th-seeded Oakland Golden Grizzlies (23-11) and 3rd-seeded Kentucky Wildcats (23-9) meet in the South Region for an NCAA Tournament first-round game Thursday. Tip-off from PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh is set for 7:10 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Oakland vs. Kentucky odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Oakland is on a 4 game winning streak after beating Milwaukee 83-76 to win the Horizon League Tournament Tuesday while covering as a 4-point favorite. F Trey Townsend and F Chris Conway each had a double-double. Townsend had a game-high 38 points with 11 rebounds, and Conway added 11 points and 10 boards. The Golden Grizzlies shot 43.5% from the field in the win.

Kentucky fell 97-87 in the quarterfinal of the SEC Tournament Friday while failing to cover as a 5.5-point favorite. G Rob Dillingham scored a team-high 27 points while only 3 Kentucky players scored in double figures. The Wildcats shot 50% from the field in the loss.

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Oakland vs. Kentucky odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 11:05 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Oakland +725 (bet $100 to win $725) | Kentucky -1200 (bet $1,200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Oakland +13.5 (-110) | Kentucky -13.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 161.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Oakland vs. Kentucky picks and predictions

Prediction

Kentucky 87, Oakland 79

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on Kentucky (-1200), which is 7-3 in its last 10 and 5-1 in its last 6, to knock off Oakland.

Against the spread

BET OAKLAND +13.5 (-110).

While Kentucky is the superior team in size, strength, and overall talent, the Golden Grizzlies are 6-3 ATS in their last 9 games. They have covered and won their last 2 games as underdogs.

The Wildcats have failed to cover the spread in 3 of their last 4, including each of their last 3 as favorites. They have also failed to cover the spread in each of their last 3 games as double-digit favorites.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 161.5 (-115).

Oakland has hit the Over in back-to-back games and 4 of its last 5. It has scored at least 74 points in each of its last 5 games and 71 or more in 9 of its last 10.

Kentucky has an Over record of 23-9 this season and has hit the Over in 5 of its last 6 games. It has scored 74 or more points in 9 of its last 10 games and 85 or more in 6 straight.

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Horizon Tournament: Milwaukee vs. Oakland odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Milwaukee vs. Oakland odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Panthers (20-14) and Oakland Golden Grizzlies (22-11) meet in the Horizon League Championship Game Wednesday at the Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN/ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Milwaukee vs. Oakland odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Sixth-seeded Milwaukee has rattled off 3 straight wins against Detroit, Green Bay and Northern Kentucky, covering the past 2 outings, while the Over has hit in all 3 Horizon League tourney games. In fact, the Over has cashed in 6 of the past 7 for the Panthers since Feb. 23 in the regular season.

First-seeded Oakland held off Cleveland State 74-71, although the Vikings were able to grab the cover as a 4.5-point underdog. The Golden Grizzlies are still a solid 8-4 against the spread (ATS) in the past 12 outings since Jan. 27, also against Milwaukee.

The Golden Grizzlies won and covered the 2 regular-season meetings with the Panthers, while the Over cashed in both contests. Oakland has posted a solid 6-2-1 ATS mark in the past 9 in the series, and the Over has hit in 9 of the past 10 meetings.

Milwaukee is looking to get back to the NCAA Tournament for the 1st time since 2014. The Panthers once made it to the Sweet Sixteen in 2005, and they’re 3-4 straight up (SU) in 7 games across 4 tournament appearances.

Oakland last appeared in the NCAA Tournament in 2011. It won a First Four game in 2005, but it is 1-3 SU in 3 all-time trips to the Big Dance.

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Milwaukee vs. Oakland odds

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Moneyline (ML): Milwaukee +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Oakland -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread: Milwaukee +4.5 (-110) | Oakland -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Milwaukee vs. Oakland picks and predictions

Prediction

Oakland 85, Milwaukee 81

Moneyline

Oakland (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s quite expensive in a championship game.

Milwaukee (+180) is a tempting play, since it has caught fire in this tourney, but the panthers have lost 6 of the past 9 meetings.

AVOID.

Against the spread

MILWAUKEE +4.5 (-110) is worth a look in the Horizon League title game, although Oakland -4.5 (-110) swept the regular-season series while covering both meetings. Oakland is 6-2-1 ATS in the past 9 in the series, too.

However, the Panthers have covered 3 of the past 4 outings, while they have the offense rolling. The Golden Grizzlies barely scraped by Cleveland State, and they could have trouble against a red-hot Panthers team playing with a lot of confidence.

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Over/Under

OVER 153.5 (-110) is the best play on the board in Indianapolis.

The total has gone high in all 3 Horizon League tourney games, while cashing in 6 of the past 7 outings for Milwaukee. The Over cashed in each of the 2 meetings against Oakland, too.

The Golden Grizzlies have hit the Over in 3 of the past 4 outings, while scoring 74 or more points in 4 in a row, and 10 of the past 12.

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Wright State at Oakland odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Wright State at Oakland odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Wright State Raiders (16-13, 9-9 Horizon) visit the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (12-17, 10-8) on Thursday night. The Horizon League contest at Athletics Center O’rena will tip off at 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wright State vs. Oakland odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Wright State went 5-1 from Jan. 26-Feb. 10, but has dropped 2 straight games since. An up-tempo Raiders team was undone by 17 turnovers (and a minus-7 margin) in its last game, a 77-75 loss at Purdue-Fort Wayne Sunday.

The Grizzlies have been undone by a defense that ranks 336th in the nation, giving up 76.4 points per game. Oakland coughed up 96 in a 22-point home loss Friday to Detroit Mercy. The Grizzlies did, however, have a 5-game win streak from Dec. 29-Jan. 12. That stretch included a 75-73 win over the Raiders on Jan. 8 as 5.5-point road underdogs while the 151.5 Under hit.

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Wright State at Oakland odds

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Moneyline: Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Wright State -1.5 (-115) | Oakland +1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Wright State at Oakland picks and predictions

Prediction

Oakland 76, Wright State 72

Moneyline

Not available.

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Against the spread

A perhaps road-weary Wright Stte has logged effective field-goal marks over 52% in 7 of their last 9 games. The Raiders figure as being due some regression in that regard.

Oakland does well in keeping opponents off the foul line. The Grizzlies have been trending the right way in recent weeks, playing teams tough when they do lose and playing well in some wins as well.

BACK OAKLAND +1.5 (-105) on a partial-unit play.

Over/Under

When these 2 met last month, the Golden Grizzlies prevailed in a game that landed on the Under, and those are the slight leans for Thursday.

Under is 5-1 in Oakland’s last 6 games against winning teams. And its 5-1 in the last 6 series meetings.

Figure on a lot of 2-point baskets and some regression on the Wright State side. TAKE THE UNDER 153 (-105).

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Oakland at Youngstown State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Oakland at Youngstown State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies (9-12, 7-3 Horizon) head to Ohio looking to take down the Youngstown State Penguins (15-6, 7-3) Friday at 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Oakland vs. Youngstown State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

After struggling to a 2-9 non-conference record, Oakland has come to life in conference play and is tied for 3rd. The Golden Grizzlies have won 2 straight games and 7 of their last 8, including a 76-67 victory Monday at Detroit Mercy as 4-point underdogs.

Youngstown State lost 88-75 as 4-point favorites Saturday at Milwaukee. The Penguins, also tied for 3rd in the league, are one of the highest-scoring teams in the country at 84.5 points per game (ranking 6th). They should be able to exploit an Oakland team that allows 76.0 PPG (332nd). Oakland’s offense averages 73 PPG while YSU’s defense allows 73.1 points.

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Oakland at Youngstown State odds

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Moneyline (ML): Oakland +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Youngstown State -425 (bet $425 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Oakland +8.5 (-105) | Youngstown State -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 151.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Oakland at Youngstown State picks and predictions

Prediction

Youngstown State 85, Oakland 79

Moneyline

PASS.

The spread on this game makes the moneyline too high and not worth a wager. Youngstown State at home is the better team. Oakland is only 4-6 on the road and is playing its 3rd consecutive road game. This is a tough matchup for the Golden Grizzlies and +340 is not worth the risk. Wagering almost 5-1 on the Penguins is also not suitable, so just stay away.

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Against the spread

OAKLAND +8.5 (-105).

When these 2 teams played in early January, Youngstown State won 85-69 as 2-point favorites on the Golden Grizzlies home court. The Over 151.5 also managed to hit as these 2 teams with good offenses and bad defenses played.

Since then, Oakland has gotten better. This includes 2 wins in a row on the road and they come into this game with the momentum.

A 7.5-point difference from the last meeting is significantly too much. While I do not see the Grizzlies being able to outscore the Penguins, they should be able to keep it within single-digits as both teams coast up and down the floor.

Over/Under

OVER 151.5 (-105) is the total play to make here.

In the previous meeting the Under 158.5 cashed as the teams hit 154. The Youngstown State offense will score 85 and the Oakland offense should hit its average against a poor Pengins defense.

Penguins’ games routinely hit the Over. At 15-4 to the Over this season and 20 of the last 26, expect this one to fly Over the 151.5 total.

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Oakland at Wright State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Oakland at Wright State odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies (5-11, 3-2 Horizon) take on the Wright State Raiders (9-7, 2-3) on Sunday with tip from the Nutter Center set for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Oakland vs. Wright State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Oakland beat 64-63 Northern Kentucky on Friday to cover as 7-point road underdogs. The Golden Grizzlies have now beat the spread in their last 4 games and are 5-5 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games. On the season, they are 5-10 ATS.

Wright State beat Detroit Mercy 90-85 in an offensive showdown on Friday to cover as 4.5-point home favorites. The Raiders are 3-3 ATS in their last 6 games and 7-7 ATS overall this season. They have been shooting the ball well this season, ranking 12th in the nation in field goal percentage (49.95%) and 50th in points per game (78.9).

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Oakland at Wright State odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): Oakland +6.5 (-110) | Wright State -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Oakland at Wright State picks and predictions

Prediction

Wright State 73, Oakland 57

Moneyline

Not available.

Against the spread

BET WRIGHT STATE -6.5 (-110).

Wright State has been shooting the ball lights out this season and ranks 12th while Oakland is shooting 42.9% from the field which ranks them 254th.

The Golden Grizzlies defense has been struggling this season. They rank below 300 in the nation in both opponents points per game (76.8) and opponents field goal percentage (46.4%). It’s a perfect concoction for a WRIGHT STATE -6.5 (-110) cover.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 153.5 (-110).

The Over/Under in the Golden Grizzlies last 5 games is 1-4 with only 1 game in their last 10 closing over 153 — an overtime game that also hit the Under.

The Raiders last 10 games have only featured 2 games with a closing line of 153 or higher.

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