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at Cleveland State University<\/p>\n
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History <\/a><\/p>\n
<\/p>\n ROCHESTER, Mich. – Oakland fell to Northern Kentucky University, 84-59 at the OU Credit Union O’rena. Despite the loss, Oakland managed 36 points in the paint and secured 13 offensive rebounds.<\/p>\n Oakland opened the game with an early defensive play, as Makenzie Luehring<\/a> recorded a steal and converted it into a fast-break layup. Despite their efforts in the paint, scoring 8 points. Filippa Goula<\/a> contributed with a late layup and added a free throw from Sereniti Roberts-Adams<\/a> in the final seconds, closing the quarter trailing the Norse 22\u201314.<\/p>\n Oakland struggled in the second quarter as NKU extended its lead. Goula provided a highlight for Oakland with a 3-pointer at 3:28, assisted by Luehring, but the team faced challenges offensively, connecting on just two field goals in the quarter. Despite a late layup by Luehring, Oakland trailed 43\u201321 at halftime.<\/p>\n Oakland gained momentum in the third quarter with effective play in the paint, scoring 10 points inside. Goula contributed a key layup at 8:43, to narrow the gap early in the quarter. Despite a strong push from the Norse, including a 3-pointer from Maddie Moody at 5:03, Oakland’s defense held steady. Karinna Trotter<\/a> provided a crucial block and defensive rebound in the final minute. Luehring capped the quarter by hitting a 3-pointer at 0:47 and converting both free throws with six seconds remaining. The quarter concluded with Oakland outscoring Northern Kentucky 16-13.<\/p>\n In the fourth quarter, Oakland focused its efforts in the paint, scoring 16 of its 22 points there. Layla Gold<\/a> contributed significantly, making several key layups. Despite the Norse’s strong outside shooting, which included five 3-pointers, Oakland managed to counter with effective inside play and second-chance points.<\/p>\n