South Carolina State at Howard 1/30/23 - College Basketball Picks & Predictions

Last Updated: 01/29/2023 at 4:07 PM ET

The South Carolina State Bulldogs head to the nation's capital to take on the Bison of Howard. The Bulldogs have struggled this season and have a record of 3-19 to show for it. The Howard Bison sit at three games over .500 at 13-10 and are 5-1 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. These teams split their two head-to-head match-ups last season.

The Howard Bison have been red-hot as of late, winning their last 5 contests. They most recently beat North Carolina Central, 71-67. Sophomore Guard Elijah Hawkins led the Bison with 17 points and 10 dimes. Head Coach Kenny Blakeney's squad shoots the ball well from the perimeter (35.9%) which ranks in the top one-fifth of all college basketball teams.

The South Carolina State Bulldogs have now lost 6-straight contests. Last time out, the Bulldogs got stomped by Norfolk State, 82-68. Freshman Guard Jordan Simpson led the team with 17 points, 8 boards, and 4 dimes. First-year Head Coach Erik Martin's defense will have to improve immediately. The Bulldog defense is ranked 362nd in PPG, 363rd in FG %, and 359th in 3-pt FG %.

These are two teams trending in opposite directions. Not to mention, South Carolina State's defense is one of the worst in the country, and Howard's offense is above average. The Bulldogs are also 3-6 ATS when playing on the road against an opponent over .500, while the Bison are 2-2 ATS when playing at home against an opponent below .500. The Bison put a leash on the Bulldogs as they cruise to their 14th win of the season. Final Score Prediction, the Howard Bison win and cover ATS, 74-60.

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