North Carolina Central Eagles
Howard Bison
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North Carolina Central Eagles vs Howard Bison Prediction – 2/8/2025
The North Carolina Central Eagles will face off with the Howard Bison on February 8, 2025 at 4:00 pm EST. The opening betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook have the Howard Bison as +1.0 underdogs.
The total for this matchup has been set at 156.0 -110.
Overview of North Carolina Central Eagles
The North Carolina Central Eagles, hailing from Durham, NC, have long been known as a formidable team in the MEAC. With a rich history marked by both resilience and strategy, the Eagles are consistently at the forefront of their conference. Known for their athleticism and tight defense, the Eagles present an aggressive style of play that can disrupt their opponents' rhythm. They often rely on fast breaks and sharp shooting from beyond the arc to capitalize on opportunities, making them a challenging opponent for any team.Overview of Howard Bison
On the opposite side, the Howard Bison, representing Washington, D.C., have been carving their path to prominence in recent seasons. Known for their spirited gameplay and robust tactical approach, the Bison are not a team to underestimate. They focus heavily on teamwork and consistency, using their cohesive unit to wear down opponents. Howard's defensive solidity combined with their ability to adapt on the fly makes them an intriguing matchup against the Eagles.Betting Insights
When it comes to betting, this clash is sure to intrigue bettors. The Eagles, as slight favorites in this matchup, will be looking to assert their dominance with their dynamic playstyle. Meanwhile, the Bison, being +1.0 underdogs, represent a value opportunity for those who believe in their potential to upset. The total points set at 156.0 also suggests a high-scoring affair, reflecting both teams' ability to rack up points rapidly. Bettors should also pay attention to the tempo at which both teams play, as this could heavily influence where the final score lands.Key Factors
A few key factors will determine the outcome of this game. First, the ability of the Eagles to control the paint and out-rebound the Bison will be crucial. Second, the efficiency of Howard's perimeter defense plays a pivotal role in disrupting ECC’s shooting rhythm. Lastly, turnovers could swing momentum significantly in this contest; the team that manages to maintain possession and capitalize on fast breaks will likely tilt the scale in their favor.Pick and Analysis
After analyzing both teams' strengths and styles, my pick is to lean toward the Eagles covering the spread. Their aggressive style and explosive offense create an advantage that could exploit any defensive lapses by the Bison. Moreover, in a tightly contested affair, the total of 156.0 could easily be surpassed given both teams' offensive capabilities. Hence, a bet on the over seems promising for those looking to capitalize on the consistent scoring nature of both squads.In conclusion, this matchup promises plenty of excitement and opportunity for astute bettors. With proper analysis and strategic wagering, it offers a chance to capitalize on the Eagles' and Bison's court-savvy styles. Happy betting!
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Spread Pick Consensus
+1.5/-110
0%
NCC
-1.5/-110
0%
HOWRD
Moneyline Pick Consensus
+103
0%
NCC
-125
0%
HOWRD
Total Pick Consensus
155.5/-110
98%
UN
155.5/-110
2%
OV
Stats
- Team Stats Per Game
- Advanced Game Stats
- Rushing
- Special Teams
Offense/Defense
NCC
Team Stats Per Game
HOWRD
79.16
PTS GM
78.94
61.16
FGA
59.39
.458
FG%
.455
.351
3PT%
.334
13.61
ORB
10.84
0.66
DRB
0.75
34.16
TRB
34.06
22.87
FTA
23.58
.688
FT%
.767
15.94
AST
12.16
2.45
BLK
2.71
13.06
TO
11.74
19.87
PF
18.58
Defense/Offense
NCC
Team Stats Per Game
HOWRD
75.35
PTS GM
77.1
55.68
FGA
57.13
.476
FG%
.466
.301
3PT%
.372
11.16
ORB
9.87
0.73
DRB
0.78
33.84
TRB
34
23.03
FTA
20.71
.720
FT%
.738
12.81
AST
15.87
3.23
BLK
2.84
16.16
TO
14.94
18.03
PF
19.13
Offense/Defense
NCC
Advanced Game Stats
HOWRD
70.4
Pace
71.2
110.6
Off.Rate
110.0
.374
FTr
.397
.346
3PAr
.345
.550
TS%
.559
50.2
TRB%
50.0
56.9
AST%
45.0
11.8
STL%
10.3
6.7
BLK%
7.9
.518
eFG%
.512
15.4
TOV%
14.3
37.5
ORB%
31.0
.257
TF/FGA
.305
Defense/Offense
NCC
Advanced Game Stats
HOWRD
70.4
Pace
71.2
105.3
Off.Rate
107.4
.414
FTr
.363
.342
3PAr
.400
.566
TS%
.576
49.8
TRB%
50.0
48.3
AST%
59.6
8.6
STL%
7.9
8.1
BLK%
7.3
.528
eFG%
.541
19.5
TOV%
18.2
35.2
ORB%
29.8
.298
TF/FGA
.268
Odds
- Spread
- MoneyLine
- Over/Under
Open
Current
Book
NCC
HOWRD
NCC
HOWRD
Consensus
-1.0 (-110)
+1.0 (-115)
+1.5 (-110)
-1.5 (-111)
Open
Current
Book
NCC
HOWRD
NCC
HOWRD
Consensus
-112
-108
+103
-125
Open
Current
Book
Over
Under
Over
Under
Consensus
154.5 (-112)
154.5 (-108)
155.5 (-110)
155.5 (-110)
Betting trends
- Betting Trends
- Head to Head
- Teams Last 10
NCC
Betting Trends
- Last 3
- Last 5
- Last 10
HOWRD
2-1-0
Win/Loss/Tie
0-3-0
2-1-0
ATS W/L/P
1-2-0
78.33
Avg Score
73.33
76.67
Avg Opp Score
87
3-2-0
Win/Loss/Tie
0-5-0
3-2-0
ATS W/L/P
1-2-0
84.2
Avg Score
73.8
80.2
Avg Opp Score
83.2
5-5-0
Win/Loss/Tie
3-7-0
3-5-0
ATS W/L/P
2-6-0
85.4
Avg Score
79.1
75.9
Avg Opp Score
85.6
DATE
TM
LN
ML
SC
02/17/2024
NCC
142.0
+146
82
HOWRD
-3.5
-180
90
01/06/2024
HOWRD
147.5
+116
54
NCC
-2.0
-142
73
02/25/2023
HOWRD
144.5
+193
60
NCC
-5.5
-240
68
01/28/2023
NCC
143.0
+142
67
HOWRD
-3.5
-174
71
02/26/2022
NCC
146.0
+205
67
HOWRD
-6.0
-256
77
01/29/2022
HOWRD
145.5
-134
75
NCC
2.0
+110
74
02/24/2020
HOWRD
139.5
+760
65
NCC
-13.0
-1120
80
02/18/2019
NCC
145.0
+130
98
HOWRD
-3.0
-150
90
02/19/2018
HOWRD
146.0
+300
66
NCC
-8.0
-400
83
01/20/2018
NCC
N/A
N/A
78
HOWRD
N/A
N/A
84
North Carolina Central Eagles
03/06/25
NCC
248.3
+583
115
SCARST
-15.4
-782
141
03/01/25
HOWRD
141.8
+120
62
NCC
-3.2
-146
65
03/01/25
HOWRD
141.8
+120
62
NCC
-3.2
-146
65
02/26/25
NCC
90.8
-190
37
MDES
2.5
+149
42
02/17/25
MORGST
51.7
+109
29
NCC
-3.2
-144
25
02/15/25
COPPST
56.0
+267
23
NCC
-5.2
-439
27
02/08/25
NCC
90.8
+60
46
HOWRD
-0.9
-73
48
02/03/25
NCC
228.4
+568
122
NORFST
-14.9
-761
127
01/25/25
SCARST
75.2
+53
40
NCC
-0.8
-65
42
01/13/25
DELST
206.4
+297
101
NCC
-8.4
-372
105
Howard Bison
03/06/25
NORFST
252.4
-357
131
HOWRD
13.2
+289
112
03/03/25
HOWRD
153.2
+359
67
SCARST
-9.2
-489
77
03/01/25
HOWRD
141.8
+120
62
NCC
-3.2
-146
65
03/01/25
HOWRD
141.8
+120
62
NCC
-3.2
-146
65
02/24/25
HOWRD
103.6
-233
42
COPPST
3.6
+181
50
02/22/25
HOWRD
81.2
-55
43
MORGST
0.2
-53
40
02/17/25
MDES
46.7
+180
20
HOWRD
-3.8
-273
27
02/15/25
HOWRD
61.2
+39
27
DELST
-0.6
-48
35
02/10/25
HOWRD
139.4
-318
75
MDES
6.6
+222
55
02/08/25
NCC
90.8
+60
46
HOWRD
-0.9
-73
48
