Oakland is 3-1 against the spread when favored by 5.5 points or more this season. Northern Kentucky is winless against the spread (0-2) when playing as at least a 5.5-point underdog. These two teams average 168.2 points per game combined, 0.7 more than the over/under of 167.5. Opponents of the two teams average a combined 8.8 fewer points per game (158.7) than this matchup's total of 167.5 points.
The Northern Kentucky Norse (14-9, 6-6 Horizon League) will look to stop a three-game losing streak when they hit the road to play the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (13-10, 9-3 Horizon League) on February 1, 2026 at Athletics Center O'rena. Oakland won its previous game against Purdue Fort Wayne, 74-65, on Wednesday. Michael Houge starred with 15 points, plus 11 rebounds and one assist. Northern Kentucky dropped its previous game to Detroit Mercy, 90-77, on Friday. Donovan Oday starred with 33 points, and also had five boards and two assists.