Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons Picks and Prediction for Wednesday January 28 2026
Use Code WWWC The Oakland Golden Grizzlies, who are currently 12-10 overall and 8-3 in Horizon League play this season, are hitting the road to Fort Wayne, Indiana, where they'll take on the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons. The Mastodons have put together a solid year as well, with a 13-8 record and a 7-3 mark in conference games. Get involved in the action with our free college basketball picks.
Oakland vs. Purdue Fort Wayne Game Information
- January 28, 2026
- 7:00pm EST
- Memorial Coliseum
- ESPN+
Purdue Fort Wayne Form & Recent Results
Purdue Fort Wayne enters this matchup riding an impressive five-game winning streak, showcasing their confidence and strong play lately. In their most recent game, the Mastodons secured a hard-fought 83-76 victory on the road against Detroit Mercy last Wednesday. Mikale Stevenson stepped up in a big way, leading the team with 22 points and dishing out five assists, while Darius Duffy made his presence felt on the boards with nine rebounds. The Mastodons shot a solid 40% from beyond the arc, kept their turnovers to just six, and were ahead for more than half the game, which were all key factors in pulling out the win.
Looking at the bigger picture this season, Corey Hadnot II has established himself as Purdue Fort Wayne’s go-to scorer, leading the team with an impressive 20 points per game. Mikale Stevenson has also been a reliable offensive threat, averaging 15.6 points, while also leading the Mastodons in assists with 3.5 per game. Darius Duffy has anchored their rebounding efforts at 4.9 boards per matchup. Over the course of their five-game winning streak, Purdue Fort Wayne has been putting up a strong 81.4 points per game. They’ve been particularly dominant on their home court, where they hold a stellar 9-1 record and score an average of 90.5 points per game. With momentum on their side, the Mastodons are looking to extend their streak to six games and secure their tenth home win as they prepare to take on their conference rivals, Oakland.
Oakland Form & Recent Results
Oakland heads into this game riding a wave of recent success, having picked up a win in their previous matchup and taking three out of their last five. The Golden Grizzlies are coming off a solid 95-87 victory on the road against Detroit Mercy this past Saturday. In that game, Brody Robinson put on an impressive show, leading the team with 24 points and dishing out 10 assists. Tuburu Naivalurua also made his presence felt on the boards, grabbing 8 rebounds. The Golden Grizzlies shot a scorching 54% from the floor, controlled the ball well with just five turnovers, and dominated the matchup by leading for more than 80% of the game’s minutes.
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Throughout the season, Brody Robinson has been the driving force behind Oakland’s offense, averaging 16.6 points per game to top the team’s scoring charts. Isaac Garrett has played a crucial supporting role, contributing 14.7 points on average, and has established himself as Oakland’s main threat on the glass with 7.1 rebounds per game. Robinson doesn’t just score, he’s the team’s top facilitator as well, averaging 6.4 assists. Over their last five games, the Golden Grizzlies have been particularly potent offensively, averaging 85 points per game. However, their performance on the road has been inconsistent, carrying a 6-7 road record and allowing opponents an average of 83.8 points. As they get ready for their upcoming game against Purdue Fort Wayne, Oakland will be eager to improve their form on the road and notch their ninth conference win of the season.
Key Stats
- Oakland Golden Grizzlies this season: 48% field goal percentage, 34.6 rebounds, 15.9 assists, 3.3 blocks, 7.7 steals per game
- Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons this season: 47% field goal percentage, 30.8 rebounds, 14.9 assists, 3.5 blocks, 9.2 steals per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- OAK -1.5; O/U 164.5
Oakland vs. Purdue Fort Wayne Picks and Prediction
Oakland and Purdue Fort Wayne have both had strong seasons so far in the Horizon League, with only half a game separating them in the conference standings. That makes this particular game especially significant for each team, as a win could be the difference between moving up or falling behind in the rankings. Purdue Fort Wayne had a rough start when it came to playing on their own court, struggling to find their rhythm early in the season. However, they've managed to turn things around recently, stringing together some impressive wins at home. They're hoping to ride that momentum into this matchup. On the other hand, Oakland plans to put a lot of pressure on Purdue Fort Wayne's defense, aiming to disrupt their flow and come away with a critical conference victory. Final Score Prediction, Oakland Golden Grizzlies win and cover the spread, 79-77.
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