| MATCHUP | MD Eastern Shore Hawks | Norfolk State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 7-13 | 7-12 |
| Where | Joseph G. Echols Hall, Norfolk, VA | |
| When | Monday, January 12, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks and Norfolk State Spartans meet Monday in the college basketball action at the Western Hall. Here’s a MD Eastern Shore vs Norfolk State Prediction. This article will include a MD Eastern Shore vs Norfolk State Pick.
Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks Betting Preview
The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks beat Morgan State and Howard, and they play Coppin State next. Maryland-Eastern Shore has lost 7 of its last 9 games.
The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks are averaging 67.4 points on 44.5 percent shooting and allowing 75.7 points on 43 percent shooting. Joseph Locandro is averaging 11.4 points and 3.7 rebounds, while Zion Obanla is averaging 8.5 points and 4.8 rebounds. Dorion Staples is grabbing 3.1 rebounds, and Jaden Cooper is dishing 2.1 assists. The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks are shooting 29.4 percent from beyond the arc and 67.7 percent from the free throw line. The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks are allowing 31.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.2 rebounds per game.
Norfolk State Spartans Betting Preview
The Norfolk State Spartans lost to NC Central, beat Delaware State, and they play SC State next. Norfolk State has lost 7 of its last 10 games.
The Norfolk State Spartans are averaging 78.4 points on 45.3 percent shooting and allowing 77 points on 43.5 percent shooting. Anthony McComb III is averaging 16.4 points and 4.8 rebounds, while Elijah Jamison is averaging 15.1 points and 2.9 rebounds. Devon Ellis is dishing 1.6 assists and Mykel Jenkins is grabbing 3.2 rebounds. The Norfolk State Spartans are shooting 32.8 percent from beyond the arc and 65 percent from the free throw line. The Norfolk State Spartans are allowing 30.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.6 rebounds per game.
Why the Norfolk State Spartans will win
- Norfolk State has won each of its last 14 games against the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall.
- Maryland-Eastern Shore has lost each of its last seven games at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall.
- Norfolk State has won the first half in 27 of its last 30 night games against the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall.
Why the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks will win
- Norfolk State has lost three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Eighteen of Norfolk State’s last 20 games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall have produced a total of 132+ points.
- Each of Maryland-Eastern Shore’s last five road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 135+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Maryland-Eastern Shore ranks 362nd among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (9.4).
- Maryland-Eastern Shore ranks 361st among Division 1 teams for turnovers per game this season (15.7).
MD Eastern Shore vs Norfolk State Prediction
Norfolk State is going to get the benefit of the doubt at home, and it’s won 9 of the last 10 games against MD Eastern Shore. However, Norfolk State goes through offensive droughts, and it’s led to a 3-7 ATS record in its last 10 games. That includes a bad loss to North Carolina Central. MD Eastern Shore has been on the road all season, playing powerhouse programs, and it’s 11-6 ATS on the year. MD Eastern Shore has recent covers against Texas and Virginia. MD Eastern Shore is battle tested, cashes tickets and plays defense at a respectable level. I’ll grab the points.