Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles 12/8/23 NCAAB Betting Picks

Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles 12/8/23 – The Oakland Golden Grizzlies take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles in a non-conference NCAAB showdown on Friday night. This matchup promises to be an exciting encounter in the college basketball landscape. With NCAAB predictions today pointing towards a close matchup, let’s break down the game.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Golden Grizzlies	-5.5 -110	o141 -110	-216
Michigan Eagles	+5.5 -110	u141 -110	+174

“Of course Blake Lampman!”

First game back & Blake Lampman was tied as the leading scorer with Trey Townsend for 14 pts👌 pic.twitter.com/8m6XfYkEul

— Oakland Men's Basketball (@OaklandMBB) December 7, 2023

Trey Townsend (Forward) vs. Tyson Acuff (Guard)

In his senior season, Townsend has been a force for the Golden Grizzlies, averaging 15.2 points, 7.4 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game while shooting 42% from the field. His versatility on both ends of the court has been key. However, he has struggled with turnovers, coughing up the ball 3.2 times per contest. He’ll need to limit mistakes against Eastern Michigan’s pesky defense.

As just a sophomore, Acuff has taken on a starring role for the Eagles. He’s scoring at a clip of 22.8 points per game while shooting an efficient 52.3% on field goals and 36.4% on three-pointers. His ability to create his own shot has powered Eastern Michigan’s fifth-ranked offense in the MAC. Still, there are questions if the young guard can maintain his stellar play against tougher competition.

This matchup will be decided by which star player can impose his will. If Townsend plays sound defense and limits turnovers, his versatility could lead Oakland to victory. But if Acuff stays hot from the field, he has the scoring punch to carry Eastern Michigan.

Oakland Golden Grizzlies – Analyzing the Numbers

Despite Townsend’s strong individual play, the Golden Grizzlies have struggled in the early season. Oakland is shooting just 44.6% as a team, including only 33.2% from three-point range. Both marks fall below the national average. These shooting woes have contributed to Oakland’s middling 72.4 points per game. Defensively, the Golden Grizzlies have been decent, holding teams to 73 points per contest. But if their offense doesn’t find more consistency, especially against the Eagles’ stingy defense, it’ll be hard for Oakland to keep pace on the scoreboard.

Eastern Michigan Eagles – Breaking Down the Stats

Eastern Michigan’s success starts on offense, where the Eagles rank fifth in the MAC by scoring 67.4 points per game. Just like Acuff, the team shoots 46% from the field and 36.7% on threes as a squad. With three other double-digit scorers in the starting lineup, Eastern Michigan has multiple weapons that can beat you on any night. Defensively, the Eagles have impressed by allowing just 63.4 points per game, good for second-best in their conference. This well-rounded play at both ends explains Eastern Michigan’s strong 5-3 start.

NCAAB Betting Odds: Oakland Golden Grizzlies -216, Over/Under: 141

The betting odds favor the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, despite their equal win-loss record with the Eagles. The over/under set at 141 points suggests a moderately high-scoring game, aligning with both teams’ scoring averages.

Trends

Oakland Golden Grizzlies Betting Trends

Oakland are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Oakland’s last 9 games.
Oakland are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games.
Oakland are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against Eastern Michigan.
Golden Grizzlies are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games on the road.
Oakland are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Mid-American conference.

Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Trends

Eastern Michigan are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games.
Eagles are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Eastern Michigan’s last 5 games against Oakland.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Eastern Michigan’s last 6 games at home.
Eastern Michigan are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Horizon conference.
Eastern Michigan are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games played in December.