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 | 15-5 | - | 23-12 |
| Robert Morris | 13-7 | 2 | 22-11 |
| Green Bay | 12-8 | 3 | 18-15 |
| Detroit Mercy | 12-8 | 3 | 17-15 |
| Oakland | 12-8 | 3 | 16-16 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 11-9 | 4 | 17-15 |
| Northern Kentucky | 10-10 | 5 | 20-14 |
| Youngstown State | 8-12 | 7 | 15-17 |
| Milwaukee | 8-12 | 7 | 12-20 |
| Cleveland State | 6-14 | 9 | 11-22 |
| IU Indianapolis | 3-17 | 12 | 7-25 |
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