| MATCHUP | Norfolk State Spartans | Howard Bison |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 10-13 | 12-9 |
| Spread | +7.5 -112 | -7.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +260 | -325 |
| Total | Over 145.5 (-105) | Under 145.5 (-115) |
| Where | Burr Gymnasium, Washington, DC | |
| When | Saturday, January 31, 2026 | |
| Time | 04:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPNU | |
Howard Bison Preview
The Howard Bison have a 12-9 overall record this season and a 2-3 record in the MEAC. They are coming off a 78-77 home loss against Morgan State and their previous three games were a 78-69 home win against Mount St. Mary’s, an 83-69 away win against North Carolina Central and an 84-58 home win against Delaware State.
Offensively, Howard averages 74 points per game, while allowing 70 points per game defensively. The Bison shoot with 44% from the field and grab 36 rebounds per game, while dishing out 14.8 assists per game. They average 3.3 blocks per game and 9 steals per game defensively.
Bryce Harris leads Howard in scoring and rebounds, with an average of 17 points per game and 7 rebounds per game, while shooting with 44.1% from the field and 80.6% from the free throw line. Cam Gillus leads the team in assists with 4 per game.
Norfolk State Spartans Preview
The Norfolk State Spartans have a 10-13 overall record this season and a 3-3 record in the MEAC. They are coming off a 79-78 home loss against Morgan State and their previous three games were a 103-76 home win against Coppin State, an 86-61 home win against Elizabeth City State and an 89-82 away win against South Carolina State.
Offensively, Norfolk State averages 76.4 points per game, while allowing 73 points per game defensively. The Spartans shoot with 46% from the field and grab 35.9 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.2 assists per game. They average 2.9 blocks per game and 7.1 steals per game defensively.
Anthony McComb III leads Norfolk State in scoring and rebounds, with an average of 16.9 points per game and 4.6 rebounds per game, while shooting with 42.5% from the field and 77.6% from the free throw line. Elijah Jamison leads the team in assists with 3 per game.
Norfolk State Spartans @ Howard Bison Betting Trends: January 31, 2026
Why the Howard Bison will win
- Howard has won 11 of its last 13 day games against Conference opponents at Burr Gymnasium.
- Howard has won the first half in each of its last eight games at Burr Gymnasium.
Why the Norfolk State Spartans will win
- Norfolk State has won seven of its last eight games at Burr Gymnasium.
- Howard has lost eight of its last 10 games against Conference opponents.
- Norfolk State has won the first half in each of its last three games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Howard’s last seven day games at Burr Gymnasium have produced a total of 147+ points.
- Each of Norfolk State’s last four games have produced a total of 147+ points.
Norfolk State vs Howard Prediction
In this Norfolk State vs Howard Prediction, Howard is coming as -5.5 home favorites. Howard has been the better team this season but both teams are 3-1 in their last 4 games. They have also been below average against the spread lately, with a 2-3 and 2-6 ATS records in their last five and eight games respectively, so I see no value on either side. Both offenses have been very good lately and as a result, both teams are a perfect 7-0 to the over in their last 7 games combined, so I expect another high-scoring affair today. Take the over 144.5 points.