Delaware State vs Norfolk State Prediction 2/17/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Delaware State vs Norfolk State prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 17th at Joseph G. Echols Hall in Norfolk, Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Delaware State Hornets Betting Preview

The Delaware State Hornets are 13-10 (5-3) this season after they defeated Howard by a score of 90-69 in their last game. Delaware State led 35-26 at halftime and added 55 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Hornets shot 45.6% from the field, 57.1% on three-pointers, and 76.9% on free throws in the game. Martaz Robinson led Delaware State with 26 points and nine rebounds, while Robert Smith added 23 points and four assists in the game. 

Prior to that victory, the Hornets defeated Morgan State by a score of 84-82 and Coppin State by a score of 84-61. Delaware State has won five games in a row and they are currently tied for second in the MEAC standings with a 5-3 record. Delaware State has scored 77.7 points per game and they have allowed 71.4 points per game, while also averaging 38.7 rebounds and 14.2 assists per game this season. Robert Smith is averaging 16.7 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game, while Martaz Robinson is averaging 15.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this year. Delaware State is shooting 45.3% from the field, 72.6% on free throws, and 36.1% on three-pointers this season. 

Norfolk State Spartans Betting Preview

The Norfolk State Spartans are 17-8 (7-1) this year after they defeated UMES by a score of 75-63 in their last game. Norfolk State led 35-23 at halftime and added 40 points in the second half to secure the win. The Spartans shot 50% from the field, 33.3% on three-pointers, and 70.6% on free throws in the game. Brian Moore Jr. led Norfolk State with 17 points and six rebounds, while Jaylani Darden added 16 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Spartans defeated NC Central by a score of 81-78 and South Carolina State by a score of 67-65. Norfolk State has won five games in a row and they are currently first in the MEAC standings with a 7-1 record. Norfolk State has scored 77 points per game and they have allowed 67.9 points per game, while also averaging 34.2 rebounds and 13.4 assists per game this season. Brian Moore Jr. is averaging 18.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, while Christian Ings is averaging 11.7 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game this year. Norfolk State is shooting 48.8% from the field, 76.2% on free throws, and 33.7% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Delaware State will beat Norfolk State

• Delaware State has won each of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Four of the last five night games between Delaware State and Norfolk State at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.
• Four of Delaware State’s last five night games at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.

Delaware State vs Norfolk State Prediction 

Norfolk State comes into this matchup leading the MEAC standings and they only have one conference loss so far this year. The Spartans have won five games in a row and they are shooting 48.8% from the field this year. Delaware State is in a tie with three teams for second in the conference standings and they have also won five games in a row. The Hornets are shooting 45.3% from the field this season and their defense has been very strong over the last few weeks. Norfolk State won the first meeting with Delaware State by a score of 73-64 and while I do think they will win, I like how Delaware State is playing. Take the Hornets with the points.