Norfolk State (22-10) vs Morgan State (14-17)
Game Info: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 6:00 pm (Norfolk Scope Arena)
Betting Odds: Norfolk State -11.5-- Over/Under: 154.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
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In this article we will formulate a Morgan State vs Norfolk State prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, March 14th at Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Morgan State Bears Betting Preview
The Morgan State Bears are 14-17 (7-7) this year after they defeated Howard by a score of 91-90 in their last game. Morgan State trailed 44-41 at halftime, but they scored 50 points in the second half for the close win. The Bears shot 47.2% from the field, 57.1% on three pointers, and 68.2% on free throws in the game. Kameron Hobbs led Morgan State with 33 points and seven rebounds, while Will Thomas added 14 points and four rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Bears lost to Coppin State by a score of 82-75, but did beat Delaware State by a score of 87-81 before that. Morgan State has won three of their last four games and they finished tied for fourth in the MEAC standings with a 7-7 record. Morgan State has scored 80.4 points per game and they have allowed 81.2 points against per game, while also averaging 37.4 rebounds and 13.1 assists per game this season. Kameron Hobbs is averaging 16.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Will Thomas is averaging 14.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game this year. Morgan State is shooting 48.1% from the field, 72.7% on free throws, and 33.9% on three pointers this season.
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Norfolk State Spartans Betting Preview
The Norfolk State Spartans are 22-10 (11-3) this season after they defeated UMES by a score of 77-70 in their last game. Norfolk State led 38-26 at halftime, but they did allow 44 points in the second half in the win. The Spartans shot 55.8% from the field, 15.8% on three pointers, and 76.2% on free throws in the game. Jalen Myers led Norfolk State with 22 points and six rebounds, while Chris Fields Jr. added 13 points and two rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Spartans defeated Howard by a score of 81-69, but did lose to NC Central by a score of 91-87 before that. Norfolk State has split their last four games and they finished tied for first in the MEAC standings with an 11-3 record. Norfolk State has scored 78.2 points per game and they have allowed 69.5 points against per game, while also averaging 34.6 rebounds and 14.1 assists per game this season. Brian Moore Jr. is averaging 18.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, while Christian Ings is averaging 11.6 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game this year. Norfolk State is shooting 49.4% from the field, 76.1% on free throws, and 33.3% on three pointers this season.
Why Morgan State will beat Norfolk State
- Morgan State has won three of its last four games against the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
Matchup/League Facts
- Norfolk State ranks 28th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (16.6).
- Norfolk State ranks 39th among Division 1 teams for true shooting percentage this season (58.8%).
- Morgan State ranks 356th among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (81.2).
- Morgan State ranks 356th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (24.3).
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Morgan State vs Norfolk State Prediction
Norfolk State was tied for the best record in the MEAC during the regular season, but they have lost two of their last four games. The Spartans are shooting over 49% from the field this year and their defense is normally very good, but they did allow 91 points in each of those two losses. Morgan State has won three of their last four games, but their defense is a huge problem, as they are allowing over 81 points against per game this year. The Bears did beat Norfolk State by a score of 78-74 in the first meeting, but the Spartans answered with a 69-60 win in the second meeting. I do think Norfolk State will win this game, but I think Morgan State’s offense can keep this game close. Take the points with the Bears.
David’s Pick Morgan State +11.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
