Delaware State Hornets (13-15) vs. Howard Bison (14-15)
March 4, 2024 7:30 pm EDT
The Line: Howard Bison -4.5; Over/Under: +143.5
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The Delaware State Hornets will play the Howard Bison in a MEAC game on Monday night at Burr Gymnasium in Washington, DC. Let’s take a look at the Delaware State preview, Howard preview, betting matchup, and the Delaware State vs Howard prediction.
Delaware State Preview
The Delaware State Hornets are 13-15 (6-6) this year after they defeated Norfolk State by a score of 85-71 in their last game. Delaware State led 48-25 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite allowing 46 second half points. The Hornets shot 53.6% from the field and made 10 three pointers in the game. Delaware State lost to NC Central by a score of 93-81 and South Carolina State by a score of 69-62 in the two games prior to Norfolk State. The Hornets are scoring 71.5 points per game with 33.8 rebounds per game and 12.9 assists per game, while giving up 71.4 points against per game this season. Martaz Robinson is averaging 16.2 points per game, 6.2 rebounds per game, and 2.3 assists per game. Delaware State is shooting 44% from the field, 70.2% on free throws, and 32.7% on three pointers this year.
Howard Preview
The Howard Bison are 14-15 (8-4) this season after they defeated UMES by a score of 70-66 in their last game. Howard led 38-30 at halftime and they were able to barely hang on for the win in the second half. The Bison shot 42.1% from the field and were +12 in rebounding margin in the game. Howard has won five of their last six games, with the one loss coming against South Carolina State at home. The Bison are scoring 75.3 points per game with 35.5 rebounds per game and 13.7 assists per game, while giving up 75.2 points against per game this year. Bryce Harris is averaging 16.3 points per game, 7.7 rebounds per game, and 1.6 assists per game. Howard is shooting 45.2% from the field, 74.6% on free throws, and 37.1% on three pointers this season.
Delaware State vs Howard Betting Prediction
Howard comes into this game playing very well over the last three weeks and they are tied for second in the MEAC standings, just one game off of the lead. The Bison are scoring over 75 points per game this season, which has helped cover for a below average defense. Delaware State has lost two of their last three games, but did just knock off Norfolk State on Saturday. The Hornets struggle on the road, going just 1-3 in their last four. I like Howard to win this game, but I am going to take the over, as both teams have had defensive issues this year.
