Morgan State vs North Carolina Central Prediction 2/16/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Morgan State vs North Carolina Central prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 16th at McDougald-McLendon Arena in Durham, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Morgan State Bears Betting Preview

The Morgan State Bears are 10-13 (6-2) this season after they defeated UMES by a score of 79-71 in their last game. Morgan State led 39-38 at halftime and they scored 40 points in the second half to seal the win. The Bears shot 46% from the field, 29% on three pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Alfred Worrell Jr led Morgan State with 24 points and three rebounds, while Marland Harris added 17 points and 11 rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Morgan State defeated Coppin State by a score of 89-80 and Norfolk State by a score of 79-78. The Bears have scored 74.8 points per game with 34.0 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game, while they have allowed 78.6 points against per game this season. Alfred Worrell Jr is averaging 17.5 points and 3.3 rebounds per game, while Rob Lawson is averaging 13.3 points and 4.3 assists per game for the Bears. Morgan State is shooting 43.3% from the field, 73.4% on free throws, and 32.4% on three pointers this season. 

North Carolina Central Eagles Betting Preview

The North Carolina Central Eagles are 9-14 (5-3) this year after they lost to Coppin State by a score of 58-56 in their last game. North Carolina Central led 33-27 at halftime, but they were outscored 31-23 in the second half for the loss. The Eagles shot 34% from the field, 30% on three pointers, and 44% on free throws in the game. Gage Lattimore led North Carolina Central with 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Dionte Johnson added 13 points and seven rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, North Carolina Central defeated Delaware State by a score of 72-63, but lost to Norfolk State by a score of 75-68 before that. The Eagles have scored 72.2 points per game with 32.2 rebounds and 14.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 75.7 points against per game this season. Gage Lattimore is averaging 17.5 points and 4.1 rebounds per game, while Khouri Carvey is averaging 13.6 points and 6.3 rebounds per game for the Eagles. North Carolina Central is shooting 43.8% from the field, 72.5% on free throws, and 31.8% on three pointers this year. 

Why the North Carolina Central Eagles will win

• North Carolina Central has won each of its last six games at McDougald-McLendon Arena following a home loss.
• Morgan State has lost each of its last five night games following a home win.
• Morgan State has lost the first half in 10 of its last 12 road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Morgan State Bears will win

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

Total Points Facts

• Each of North Carolina Central’s last six home games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 152 or fewer points.
• Each of Morgan State’s last four road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 155+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Morgan State ranks 24th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (6.2).
• Morgan State ranks 27th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goal attempts per game this season (19.2).

Morgan State vs North Carolina Central Prediction 

Morgan State comes into this matchup on a lengthy winning streak and they are 6-2 in conference play. The Bears are shooting 43% from the field and they have scored 78+ in five straight. North Carolina Central has alternated wins and losses over their last five games, but they scored just 56 points last time out. I don’t love backing MEAC teams on the road, but Morgan State is rolling right now. Take the Bears here.

David Racey's Pick: Morgan State +5.5