- Matchup: Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Michigan State Spartans
- Event Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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In this thrilling matchup, the Michigan State Spartans (10-1) are set to clash with the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (5-6) at the Little Caesars Arena this Saturday.
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies are coming off a recent victory against Northern Kentucky, triumphing with a score of 82-77. In that game, Oakland showcased a field goal percentage of 45.9% (28 of 61) while sinking 6 of their 18 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 20 of 29 shots, showing a success rate of 69.0%. On the rebounding front, the Grizzlies secured 35 boards, including 10 offensive rebounds. They also dished out 17 assists, forced 10 turnovers, and recorded 7 steals. On the defensive side, Oakland allowed Northern Kentucky to shoot 44.3% from the floor, with their opponents finishing with 19 assists and 5 steals. Northern Kentucky collected 35 rebounds (11 offensive, 24 defensive) and managed to knock down 9 of 12 free-throw attempts, resulting in a 75.0% efficiency. The Grizzlies committed 16 fouls while Northern Kentucky tallied 21.
Michael Houge played a crucial role in the recent victory, registering 18 points on 7 of 14 shooting. He logged 31 minutes on the court and also grabbed 8 rebounds, achieving a 50.0% shooting efficiency and providing 1 assist.
As Oakland approaches this matchup, they hold a record of 5-6. The team averages 10.5 turnovers per game and commits 15.0 fouls regularly. In terms of rebounding, Oakland claims an average of 34.4 boards per game and has accumulated 177 assists this season, ranking 101st in college basketball. With a shooting accuracy of 35.1% from three-point territory (81 of 231) and 73.1% from the free-throw line, they are scoring an average of 84.3 points per game (71st in Division 1) while shooting 48.2% overall.
Defensively, the Golden Grizzlies force 11.6 turnovers and draw an average of 17.9 fouls per game. They rank 362nd in college basketball for allowing assists, having surrendered 227 assists this season. The Grizzlies are allowing a field goal percentage of 49.0% (352 of 718) and giving up 37.4 rebounds per game while allowing 35.8% shooting from three-point range. They sit at 350th in points per game allowed, conceding 85.1.
In their latest game, the Michigan State Spartans secured a dominant win over Toledo, finishing 92-69. The Spartans allowed Toledo to grab 21 rebounds, with only 5 being offensive boards. Michigan State shot 37.0% from beyond the arc by hitting 10 of 27 attempts and made 13 of 17 free throws for a commendable 76.5%. Defensively, they held Toledo to 35.9% shooting, allowing 23 of 64 field goal attempts. The Spartans, meanwhile, converted 34 out of 67 shots for a 50.7% field goal rate, including 10 of 23 three-pointers (43.5%), and shot 73.7% from the charity stripe after being fouled 15 times. They tallied 51 total rebounds, with 35 defensive and 16 offensive.
Jaxon Kohler was instrumental in the Spartans’ victory, contributing 16 points in just 22 minutes and dishing out 3 assists. He shot 7 of 13 for a solid 53.8% field goal efficiency, while also accumulating 13 rebounds.
The Spartans sport a strong 10-1 record this season. They average 16.2 fouls per game and boast a 74.1% success rate from the free-throw line. Michigan State dishes out 19.4 assists per game (14th in Division 1) while averaging 11.8 turnovers. They scored a total of 857 points this season, averaging 77.9 points per contest, and claim an impressive average of 42.7 rebounds per game. Offensively, they’re shooting at a rate of 46.1%, placing them 159th nationally.
Defensively, the Spartans allow 29.3% shooting from three-point range (82 of 280) and hold opponents to 72.0% at the free-throw line. They give up an average of 11.6 assists and 29.1 total boards per game, ranking 72nd and 6th, respectively. Michigan State’s defense is ranked 12th in college basketball, allowing only 62.7 points per game. Furthermore, they force 11.3 turnovers on average, while restricting opponents to a 38.3% field goal rate (19th in college).
Which team will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back Oakland
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