Youngstown State Penguins (13-5) vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies (11-8)
January 17, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -3.5; Over/Under: 151.5
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The Youngstown State Penguins and Oakland Golden Grizzlies face off on Wednesday in a college basketball showdown at the Athletics Center O’rena. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Youngstown State vs Oakland prediction.
Youngstown State Has Won Three Straight Games
Youngstown State has found success this season and they have won three games in a row. In the last game against Wright State, Youngstown State scored 81 points and they ended up winning by ten points. Ziggy Reid had a strong game putting up 20 points, nine rebounds, and four assists. Youngstown State is averaging 81.4 points while their defense is giving up 70.6 points per game. The offense is ranked 42nd in the league while the defense is ranked 155th. Youngstown State is 13-5 in the Horizon standings.
Oakland Has Won Five Straight Games
Oakland has played well heading into this game and they have won five games in a row. In the last game against IUPUI, Oakland scored 88 points and that was enough for the 22-point victory. Oakland on the season is averaging 74.6 points while their defense is giving up 74.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 179th in the league while the defense is ranked 256th in the league. Trey Townsend has been the top player for Oakland averaging 17.1 points while shooting 45.6 percent from the field and 41.2 percent from behind the three point line.
Youngstown State vs Oakland Betting Prediction
Youngstown State is going to find success here because of their offense. Youngstown State is averaging 81.4 points per game and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Oakland’s defense is giving up 74.6 points per game and they are going to really struggle to slow down the Penguins here. This will be a comfortable cover. Back Youngstown State against the spread.
