In Washington, D.C., the Howard Bison faced off against the Coppin State Eagles in a matchup that showcased some intense moments but ultimately highlighted struggles for the Eagles. As the first half concluded, the score stood at 42-36 in favor of Howard, who appeared to be the stronger team.
Howard, with a record of 7-9, is looking to build momentum and improve their standing, while Coppin State, now sitting at 2-16, desperately needs a turnaround. Historically, both teams have been evenly matched, each boasting five wins against the other since February 2019, but the recent performances tell a different story.
The Eagles, coming off a 92-69 blowout loss to Norfolk State, seemed to carry the burden of a 29-game streak of away losses, dating back to last season. The defeat against Norfolk made a challenging situation even tougher, especially after trailing 53-32 at halftime.
On the brighter side for Howard, they are riding a two-game winning streak after posting an impressive 100 points against Delaware State and a close 100-95 victory over Morgan State. Howard’s teamwork was evident as they recorded 23 assists, significantly outpacing Morgan State’s 14 assists.
Their last encounter in February 2024 saw Howard taking down Coppin State with a score of 78-69, raising questions about whether Coppin State can level the score this time around. Howard enters this game as a remarkable 13.5-point favorite, a line that reflects their current form.
With an over/under set at 145.5 points, the game promises to be an engaging contest. Fans will be on the lookout to see if Coppin State can snap their losing streak and if Howard can continue their winning ways.
