Morgan State Defeats Delaware State 82-68 at Home
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Hill Field House
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Who won Delaware State Hornets vs Morgan State Bears?
Morgan State Bears beat Delaware State Hornets 82-68 at Hill Field House on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Delaware State Hornets vs Morgan State Bears?
Morgan State Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Hill Field House, the Morgan State Bears secured an 82-68 victory over the Delaware State Hornets. This win marks a continuation of Morgan State's strong performance at home, where they have shown considerable prowess, boasting a home record of 11-14 for the season.
Morgan State has been in solid form recently, with a record of 7-2-1 in their last ten games, although they faced a setback with a loss in their most recent outing against North Carolina Central Eagles, finishing that game 76-80. Over these last ten games, the Bears have averaged 75.9 points scored while allowing 67.4 points, demonstrating a balanced offensive and defensive approach. Their home record stands at 3-1 in this stretch, with a scoring average of 64.6 points and allowing 61.8 points in their last five games.
In contrast, the Delaware State Hornets have struggled significantly, recording only one win in their last ten games, with a dismal streak of four consecutive losses. Their recent form shows a record of 1-8-1, averaging just 55.7 points scored per game while allowing 66.0 points. The Hornets have not fared well away from home, holding an away record of 0-5 in their last five games, which reflects their ongoing challenges in both scoring and defense.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has leaned in favor of Morgan State, who now holds a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head meetings over the last two seasons. The Bears won their previous encounter this season on January 17, narrowly defeating the Hornets 80-79. Their earlier meeting in the 2025 season also saw Morgan State victorious, winning 87-81 at home. Delaware State's only win in this recent series came in February 2025, where they edged Morgan State 84-82.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability for either team, which could have implications on performance and strategy. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of such matchups, especially for teams like Delaware State that are already struggling.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Morgan State favored by a spread of -5.5, with a total set at 143.5. The moneyline odds reflected a strong belief in a Morgan State victory, with the Bears at -218 and the Hornets at +180, indicating that the Bears were seen as the clear favorites going into the game.
The conditions at Hill Field House were typical for a late February evening, likely providing a conducive atmosphere for basketball. Fans were treated to a display of skill and determination from the Bears, who capitalized on their home court advantage.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half that helped Morgan State maintain control. Notably, Alfred Worrell Jr. made significant contributions, scoring multiple free throws and a driving layup that pushed the Bears' lead to 82-66 late in the game. Jalen St Clair also added to the scoring with a driving layup for Delaware State, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Overall, this game showcased Morgan State's ability to perform under pressure at home while highlighting the struggles of Delaware State as they continue to seek solutions to their ongoing issues on the court.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MORG -5.5 | 143.5 o -110 / u -110 | Delaware State Hornets +180 · Morgan State Bears -218 |
Leaders
- PointsAlfred Worrell Jr.25Morgan State Bears
- AssistsElijah Davis15Morgan State Bears
- ReboundsEugene Alvin7Morgan State Bears
- PointsJalen St Clair11Delaware State Hornets
- AssistsJalen St Clair3Delaware State Hornets
- ReboundsCyril Obasogie8Delaware State Hornets
Recent form
Morgan State Bears
Last 10: 7-2-1Streak L175.9 scored · 67.4 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L76-80at North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 17
- D0-0at South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 14
- W79-71vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 7
- W89-80at Coppin State EaglesJan 31
- W79-78at Norfolk State SpartansJan 27
- W78-77at Howard BisonJan 24
- W128-53vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsJan 20
- W80-79at Delaware State HornetsJan 17
- L78-89vs North Carolina Central EaglesJan 12
- W72-67vs South Carolina State BulldogsJan 10
Delaware State Hornets
Last 10: 1-8-1Streak L455.7 scored · 66 allowed per game0-5 away
- L59-91vs Howard BisonFeb 17
- L58-75at Norfolk State SpartansFeb 14
- L63-72at North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 10
- L47-65at Coppin State EaglesFeb 7
- W65-57vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksJan 31
- L64-70at South Carolina State BulldogsJan 26
- D0-0at North Carolina Central EaglesJan 24
- L79-80vs Morgan State BearsJan 17
- L58-84at Howard BisonJan 13
- L64-66vs Norfolk State SpartansJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard | 24-11 | - | 11-3 |
| Morgan State | 14-16 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Norfolk State | 15-17 | 3 | 8-6 |
| North Carolina Central | 14-18 | 3 | 8-6 |
| South Carolina State | 10-22 | 4 | 7-7 |
| Maryland Eastern Shore | 9-23 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Coppin State | 7-24 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Delaware State | 8-23 | 9 | 2-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Delaware State Hornets | Morgan State Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-64 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 3-14 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 35 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 20-27 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 31 |
| Assists | 12 | 19 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 32 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 23 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-48Eugene Alvin makes layup (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half45-49Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half45-50Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half45-51Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half45-52Elijah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-53Elijah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-56Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half46-56John Clemmons makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-56John Clemmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-56Zion Bethea makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-56Zion Bethea makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-58Eugene Alvin makes layup (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half51-58Kareem Watson makes layup (Rahmir Moore assists)
- 2nd Half52-58Jalen St Clair makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-58Jalen St Clair makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-60Walter Peggs Jr. makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Rob Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half54-60John Clemmons makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half54-62Eugene Alvin makes layup
- 2nd Half54-64Elijah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-65Elijah Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-65Cyril Obasogie makes layup (Zion Bethea assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Rob Lawson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alfred Worrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Eugene Alvin makes 13-foot jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half56-71Christian Oliver makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71Jalen St Clair makes layup (Dean Shepherd assists)
- 2nd Half60-71Dean Shepherd makes layup
- 2nd Half60-72Eugene Alvin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-72Dean Shepherd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-72Dean Shepherd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Jalen St Clair makes layup
- 2nd Half64-74Eugene Alvin makes driving layup (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half64-75Eugene Alvin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-75Cyril Obasogie makes layup (Dean Shepherd assists)
- 2nd Half66-76Rob Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-78Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-80Alfred Worrell Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-81Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-82Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-82Jalen St Clair makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Morgan State Bears, below favours Delaware State Hornets.
Venue
- Hill Field HouseBaltimore, MD
- Attendance1478
- OfficialsAntoine Dawkins, Kendell Ridley, Chelsea Schweers
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