Oakland defeats Robert Morris 96-73
Oakland Dominates Robert Morris in Statement Win
The Oakland Golden Grizzlies proved their conference mettle on Tuesday night, cruising past the visiting Robert Morris Colonials 96-73 at the OU Credit Union O'rena.
In a dominant performance that showcased the home team's prowess, Oakland asserted its dominance from start to finish. The Golden Grizzlies led by as many as 31 points in the second half, ultimately finishing with a 23-point margin of victory.
The turning point came during halftime, when Oakland's strong defensive effort allowed it to build a 51-40 lead against Robert Morris. From there, the home team never looked back, outscoring its opponents by a combined 55-22 in the second half.
Oakland's balanced attack was on full display, as the Golden Grizzlies shot 54% from the field and 89% from the free throw line to fuel their winning effort. The team's rebounding advantage also played a significant role, with Oakland holding a 10-25 edge on the defensive glass.
For Robert Morris, the road proved to be too much to overcome. Despite a valiant effort, the Colonials struggled to find their footing, shooting just 46% from the field and committing 24 turnovers.
GAME LEADERS
* Oakland:
+ Isaiah Hill - 22 points
+ Darius Jackson - 18 points, 7 rebounds
+ Trent Petway - 14 points, 5 assists
* Robert Morris:
+ Elijah Bryant - 16 points
+ Justin Glisson - 15 points
GAME STATISTICS
Oakland (HOME):
* Field Goals: 30/56 (54.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 27/40 (67.5%)
* 3-Point FG: 3/16 (19.0%)
* Free Throws: 33/37 (89.0%)
* Rebounds: 35
* Assists: 15
* Turnovers: 6
* Steals: 7
* Blocks: 4
Robert Morris (AWAY):
* Field Goals: 28/61 (46.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 23/39 (59.0%)
* 3-Point FG: 5/22 (23.0%)
* Free Throws: 12/17 (71.0%)
* Rebounds: 29
* Assists: 19
* Turnovers: 10
* Steals: 1
* Blocks: 2
The win marks a significant statement for Oakland, which moves to the top of its conference standings with the victory. For Robert Morris, the road loss serves as a harsh reminder that the Colonial's success will not be easy to replicate.
As the Golden Grizzlies continue their push for a playoff spot, they'll look to build on this momentum against their next opponent.