Oakland Golden Grizzlies (6-5) vs. Michigan State Spartans (4-5)
Oakland vs. Michigan State 12/18/23 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball season advances, an intriguing matchup awaits: Oakland Golden Grizzlies will meet Michigan State Spartans on December 18, 2023 for an intriguing contest that pits skills against strategies and nerves. Both teams currently stand with 6-5 records apiece; looking for victory to boost their standings further. This free NCAAB matchup analysis goes deep into its dynamics and what fans should expect at Breslin Center with BTN broadcasting the action live!
Oakland Golden Grizzlies have delivered an admirable performance this season. While their overall record may seem modest, looking deeper at their statistics reveals an extremely capable team. They have been particularly impressive over their last five games, boasting a combined record of 3-2 against both overall and against the spread. Most impressive has been their outstanding road performances against the spread where they boast a perfect 7-0 mark against them. Scorewise, they average 72.8 points per game with an impressive 45.2% field goal percentage and 32.9% three-point shooting success rate. Their rebounding is impressive as well, averaging 33.2 per game while also boasting playmaking abilities as evidenced by 11.5 assists per game on average.
Michigan State Spartans, on the other hand, are going through an up-and-down stretch, posting only three wins out of their last five matches and three victories against the spread in that span. Their recent performance against the spread mirrors their overall results: also 2-3. Unfortunately for them in road games against the spread, with an 0-3 mark; which may pose issues in away matchups. Statistically speaking though, their scoring is almost on par with that of the Grizzlies; an average 72.3 scoring output per game scored per contest while their field goal percentage sits at 44.9% while three point shooting stands at 29.5%; however their rebounding numbers show off strong team synergy as their assist numbers total 16.3 per contest; indicative of strong team synergy across their roster.
Oakland vs. Michigan State 12/18/23 Game Info
| When: | Monday, December 18, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Breslin Center |
| TV: | BTN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Trey Townsend (Forward) vs. Tyson Walker (Guard)
Trey Townsend of the Oakland Golden Grizzlies has had an extraordinary season. Over 11 games he averages 34.5 minutes on court per game and contributes with 15.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game while making notable plays with an average of 3.3 assists and an impressive shooting accuracy rate of 44.7% from field goal percentage (43%) and 44.4% from beyond-the-arc (44%). However, Townsend’s turnover rate could become an issue as his impactful play will ultimately determine their victory against Spartans.
Michigan State Spartans guard Tyson Walker stands out with his impressive scoring average of 20.3 points per game over 8 games, an impressive scoring average that ranks fifth overall on their roster. In 31.9 minutes on court he contributed not only in scoring but also rebounds (3.1 per game) and assists (2.1 per game). Walker boasts slightly better accuracy at 47.4% than Townsend while three-point shooting drops significantly to 33.3%; additionally his ability to steal (1.4 per game) adds another dimension and his low turnover rate of 1.4% gives him an edge in ball handling efficiency.
Townsend and Walker will meet on the court for an all-out battle of all-around play versus Walker’s scoring prowess. Townsend may test Walker with rebounding or inside presence, while Walker may prove more efficient with their scoring prowess and efficiency – both players having the potential to have an enormous effect on game outcome; making this matchup one worth keeping an eye on.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As the betting odds for this match-up have yet to be set, providing concrete betting advice can be difficult. However, taking into account recent performances and statistical strengths of both teams involved, bettors should keep an eye out for the spread in road games; Oakland boasts an excellent record against it overall.
Oakland Golden Grizzlies Betting Trends
Oakland Golden Grizzlies betting trends are encouraging, particularly when considering road games. Their 7-0 record against the spread in away contests stands as proof of their ability to surpass expectations, while three of their last five contests ended up going OVER, suggesting high-scoring encounters and bettors should consider these patterns when judging Oakland’s chances, particularly away.
Michigan State Spartans Betting Trends
Michigan State Spartans betting trends have been mixed. Their 2-3 record in both overall and against the spread in their last five games indicates inconsistency, though home advantage could help cover road games more consistently. Only 1 of their last 5 totals have gone OVER suggesting their games tend to have low scoring.
Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs. Michigan State Spartans 12/18/23 Betting Picks
Based on analysis and betting trends, this matchup presents an intriguing matchup. Oakland’s impressive strength against the spread in road games make them worthy opponents; however, Michigan State cannot be overlooked due to their home advantage and slightly better scoring average.
Conclusion: Although betting lines have yet to be released, Oakland appears to have a slight edge based on past trends and stats, particularly their record against the spread. When considering prop bets and over/under, take into account Oakland’s tendency for high-scoring games against Michigan State’s home field advantage; sports expert selections indicate this should lead to a close contest, possibly with Oakland covering their spread.
Free Pick and Prediction: Oakland Golden Grizzlies 74, Michigan State Spartans 70.