Cleveland State Vikings @ Oakland Golden Grizzlies
Ziare Wells scores 23 as Oakland rolls to 97-72 victory over Cleveland State
ByData Skrive
Jan 12, 2026, 08:01 am
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- — Ziare Wells had 23 points to propel Oakland to a 97-72 victory over Cleveland State on Friday night.
Wells also added eight rebounds and three steals for the Golden Grizzlies (9-8, 5-1 Horizon League). Michael Houge totaled 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Brody Robinson scored 13.
Dayan Nessah finished with 16 points for the Vikings (5-12, 1-5). Preist Ryan added 15 points, six rebounds and four assists. Tre Beard pitched in with 11 points and four steals.
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Game Information
Rochester, MI
Referee:Tim Comer
Referee:Jose Carrion
Referee:John Hendricks
2025-26 Standings
NCAA Division I
| Horizon LeagueHorizon League | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 7-2 | - | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 7-3 | 0.5 | 13-8 |
| Oakland | 7-3 | 0.5 | 11-10 |
| Northern Kentucky | 6-4 | 1.5 | 14-7 |
| Green Bay | 6-4 | 1.5 | 11-10 |
| Robert Morris | 5-5 | 2.5 | 13-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 5-5 | 2.5 | 8-11 |
| Milwaukee | 4-6 | 3.5 | 8-13 |
| Youngstown State | 3-7 | 4.5 | 10-11 |
| Cleveland State | 3-7 | 4.5 | 7-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 2-9 | 6 | 6-16 |
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