Oakland vs Toledo Picks and Prediction – 12/1/2024

The Oakland Golden Grizzlies will visit the Toledo Rockets on November 30, 2024, at Savage Arena in Toledo, Ohio. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET and will be streamed on ESPN+. Both teams aim to rebound from recent losses and build momentum as the non-conference season progresses. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

Oakland (1-4) is looking to snap a four-game skid, while Toledo (5-2) seeks to recover after a blowout loss to UC San Diego in their previous game.

Toledo’s offense has been spearheaded by sophomore guard Sonny Wilson, who averages 16.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game while shooting an impressive 56.3% from the field. The Rockets feature a balanced scoring attack, with four other players averaging double figures, including Sam Lewis and Isaiah Adams. Defensively, Toledo allows 78 points per game but remains efficient in transition and on the glass.

Oakland’s struggles this season stem from offensive inconsistency, as the team averages just 58.6 points per game while allowing 80.3 points. Forward Buru Naivalurua leads the Golden Grizzlies with 11.8 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, but the team’s turnover issues (11.8 per game) have made it challenging to sustain momentum. Oakland will need a strong defensive showing and better ball movement to compete against Toledo’s high-powered offense.

Toledo’s superior offensive depth makes them heavy favorites in this matchup. If Oakland can limit turnovers and get contributions from Naivalurua and Allen Mukeba, they might keep the game close. Final Score Prediction, the Rockets’ consistency and balanced scoring are likely to secure a decisive victory, with a projected score in favor of Toledo 85-63.