The College of Charleston Cougars will take on the Hampton Pirates on Thursday morning in a Coastal Athletic Association matchup. Both teams are jockeying for better positioning down the stretch in conference play, with Charleston near the top of the league standings and Hampton near the bottom of the CAA. Before this contest begins in Virginia, continue reading for my Charleston vs Hampton prediction in college hoops.
Our Charleston vs Hampton Pick
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Confidence: 3 out of 5
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Game Snapshot
- Matchup: College of Charleston Cougars @ Hampton Pirates
- Date & Time: Thursday, February 26, 2026, 11:00 a.m. ET
- Venue: Hampton Convocation Center, Hampton, Virginia
- Broadcast: FloSports
Key Storylines
- Charleston has won three in a row and sits near the top of the CAA standings, riding good form into this road contest.
- Hampton’s overall record is subpar and the Pirates have struggled in recent weeks, dropping three straight games entering this matchup.
- Hampton has a losing record this year, but they are 9-1 at home this season and will try to get their 10th home win of the season.
Key Players
Charleston Cougars
- Jlynn Counter – Leads the Cougars with 15.9 points per game, with 5.2 rebounds and 5.6 assists, giving Charleston a dynamic offensive presence with contributions across the board. He is a catalyst for the Cougars’ offense.
- Christian Reeves – A rebounding force at 7.8 boards per game and a scoring threat as well. His ability on the glass helps Charleston close out defensive possessions.
Hampton Pirates
- Xzavier Long – The Pirates’ leading rebounder, averaging around 9.7 rebounds per game and helping Hampton fight for extra possessions.
- Michael Eley – Hampton’s primary scoring option with roughly 12.9 points per game. His ability to put the ball in the basket is crucial for the Pirates’ offense.
- Daniel Johnson – Adds perimeter scoring and the occasional outside threat, averaging about 9.4 points per game and offering floor spacing.
Stat Comparison
| Stat | Charleston | Hampton |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 75.6 | 69.2 |
| Points allowed per game | 73.1 | 69.5 |
| Team Field Goal % | 44% | 41% |
| Rebounds per game | 37.8 | 36.7 |
| Assists per game | 13.3 | 12.1 |
Head‑to‑Head & Betting Trends
- In the first meeting between these teams this season, Charleston won 74‑70.
- Charleston is 17-11 against the spread coming into this contest.
- Hampton is 13-12 against the spread entering Thursday morning’s matchup.
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