Northern Kentucky Norse vs Oakland Golden Grizzlies
McDonald lifts N. Kentucky over Oakland 64-63
DETROIT -- Drew McDonald recorded 18 points and 11 rebounds to lead Northern Kentucky to a 64-63 win over Oakland in the Horizon Conference Tourney semifinals on Monday night.
McDonald made a game-winning 3-pointer with 1.6 seconds left.
Jalen Tate had 14 points and five steals for Northern Kentucky (25-8). Tyler Sharpe added 10 points. Chris Vogt had three blocks for Northern Kentucky.
Jaevin Cumberland had 27 points for the Golden Grizzlies (16-17). Xavier Hill-Mais added 11 points and 14 rebounds. Braden Norris had nine points and 12 assists.
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Game Information
Detroit, MI
Referee:Paul Szelc
Referee:Bo Boroski
Referee:John Floyd
2025-26 Standings
| 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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