Youngstown State vs Oakland Basketball Odds

The Penguins will play the Golden Grizzlies on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 7:00 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

Looking into the second half of the 2023-24 college basketball season, Youngstown State and Oakland are set to hit the hardwood on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024. Luckily, we have some clear performance trends emerging now that each team has more than a dozen games under their belts. Use the following data to help analyze this matchup and to place an intelligent wager on its ultimate outcome.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - With the 2023-24 season in full stride, Youngstown State currently has a 99.33 conference power ranking, while the SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Oakland is 99.67.
  • Away Youngstown State - Youngstown State starts this game with a 3-4 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the Horizon Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Oakland - Oakland meets Youngstown State boasting a 4-2 record as a home team. They currently rank 7th in the Horizon Conference for home team wins.
  • Conference Win Percentage - Youngstown State currently ranks 2nd (0.714) in the Horizon Conference, with Oakland now standing 1st (0.750) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 Horizon Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - Youngstown State has a 0.722 overall win percentage, with Oakland, matching up with a 0.579 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - Youngstown State currently possesses 13-5 regular season overall record. Meanwhile, Oakland has tallied a 11-8 standing as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to unfold.

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Ladies and gentlemen, gather round and let the magic of basketball enchant you! On Wednesday, January 17th, 2024, the Youngstown State Penguins, with an overall standing of 13-5, shall face off against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, standing strong at 11-8 this season.

In the mystical realm of college basketball, conference records hold great power. They determine the seeds for the conference tournament, shaping the destiny of these teams. Youngstown State, with a 5-2 Horizon Conference standing, seeks to conquer, but Oakland, with a 6-2 Horizon Conference standing, stands as a formidable foe.

Witness the clash of these titans as Youngstown State brings forth the magic of a three-game winning streak. But do not underestimate Oakland, for they possess an even mightier five-game winning streak. The battle will be fierce, and the outcome uncertain.

If you wish to partake in this magical encounter, review the tables below to find the best point spread, total, and moneylines for this game. Remember, you can bet on college basketball legally at BetRivers, BetMGM, and BetWay. Additionally, we've also listed each team's futures odds and current standings below. May the wizardry of the game guide your decisions, and may the best team prevail!

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Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Youngstown State
Favorite

Oakland
Oakland has a -3.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Youngstown State has a +3.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. Youngstown State is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 152.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 152.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Youngstown State
Favorite

Oakland
Oakland is the -165 moneyline favorite. Risk $165 to win $100 on Oakland at BetMGM. Youngstown State is the +140 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $140 on Youngstown State. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Youngstown State vs Oakland College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024?

Oakland is a -3.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Youngstown State is a +3.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Youngstown State vs Oakland College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024?

The best over line is 152.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 152.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Youngstown State vs Oakland College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024?

Oakland is a -165 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Youngstown State is a +140 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

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Youngstown State
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1/17/24 7:00pm EST
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Underdog Youngstown State - Youngstown State bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +3.5 Youngstown State underdog bet wins if they lose by 3 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.

Favorite Oakland - Oakland bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -3.5 Oakland favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 3 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Youngstown State at Oakland Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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Youngstown State
Oakland
First to 5 Points
1/17/24 7:00pm EST
-110-125Bet
Youngstown State
Oakland
First to 10 Points
1/17/24 7:00pm EST
-105-135Bet
Youngstown State
Oakland
First to 15 Points
1/17/24 7:00pm EST
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Game to Overtime
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Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - Youngstown State, Oakland
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
Youngstown State22-100.68814-38-714-6+10.700L1
Oakland24-120.66710-39-715-5-0.750L1

Youngstown State & Oakland Futures Odds

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Youngstown State Championship Odds

No NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament TM Youngstown State YR: futures available

Oakland Championship Odds
2024-25 Oakland NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

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Youngstown State & Oakland Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Youngstown State vs Oakland College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 at 7:00 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the Youngstown State vs Oakland Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Youngstown State vs Oakland Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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