Howard Bison Defeat Coppin State Eagles 72-53
Monday, February 2, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Physical Education Complex
Howard Bison 72, Coppin State Eagles 53, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Howard Bison vs Coppin State Eagles?
Howard Bison beat Coppin State Eagles 72-53 at Physical Education Complex on February 2, 2026.
Who was favored in Howard Bison vs Coppin State Eagles?
Howard Bison were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Howard Bison secured a 72-53 victory over the Coppin State Eagles at the Physical Education Complex on February 2, 2026. This win highlights the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Howard improving its record to 15-9 while Coppin State fell to 3-22. Howard's recent form has been notably stronger, as they entered the game with a record of 5-4-1 over their last ten games, including a win in their previous outing against Norfolk State. In contrast, Coppin State has struggled significantly, posting a record of 1-8-1 in their last ten games, with their only victory coming against Delaware State earlier in January.
The Bison have averaged 65.1 points per game while allowing 60.7 in their last ten, showcasing a solid defensive effort. On the other hand, the Eagles have averaged just 60.6 points while allowing 75.3, indicating a significant gap in both offensive and defensive performance. At home, Coppin State has struggled with a 0-4 record, while Howard has performed better away, holding a 2-3 record in their recent road games.
In their previous meetings, the teams have been evenly matched, with a head-to-head record of 1-1-1 over the last three encounters. Their most recent clash prior to this game ended in a draw, with a score of 0-0 on January 27, 2026. In the earlier 2025 season, Howard had a win against Coppin State, defeating them 90-75, while Coppin State managed a victory at home on February 25, 2025, winning 72-61.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, which may have contributed to both teams fielding their regular lineups. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Howard significantly, with a spread of 14.5 points and a moneyline of -1600 for the Bison, reflecting their strong position in the matchup. The total for the game was set at 146.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring contest.
The game unfolded with Howard maintaining control throughout. Key scoring plays included a layup by Demariontay Hall, who was instrumental in the second half, and free throws from Ose Okojie that helped extend Howard's lead. The Bison's offensive contributions were complemented by strong defensive efforts that limited Coppin State's scoring opportunities.
As the game progressed, Howard's lead grew, highlighted by a 3-foot dunk from Bryce Harris that capped off their scoring at 72 points. Coppin State's attempts to close the gap were insufficient, and they ultimately finished with 53 points, reflecting their ongoing struggles in the season. The final score of 72-53 not only underscores Howard's current form but also emphasizes the challenges faced by Coppin State as they continue to seek improvement in their performance.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOW -14.5 | 146.5 o -115 / u -105 | Howard Bison -1600 · Coppin State Eagles +900 |
Leaders
- PointsDemariontay Hall12Coppin State Eagles
- AssistsHassan Perkins5Coppin State Eagles
- ReboundsDemariontay Hall7Coppin State Eagles
- PointsCedric Taylor III21Howard Bison
- AssistsCam Gillus8Howard Bison
- ReboundsCedric Taylor III9Howard Bison
Recent form
Coppin State Eagles
Last 10: 1-8-1Streak L160.6 scored · 75.3 allowed per game0-4 at home
- L80-89vs Morgan State BearsJan 31
- D0-0vs Howard BisonJan 27
- L76-103at Norfolk State SpartansJan 24
- L67-70at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksJan 17
- L72-74vs South Carolina State BulldogsJan 13
- L77-88vs North Carolina Central EaglesJan 10
- W53-51at Delaware State HornetsJan 3
- L59-93vs UMBC RetrieversDec 29
- L67-97at Georgetown HoyasDec 22
- L55-88at Navy MidshipmenDec 19
Howard Bison
Last 10: 5-4-1Streak W165.1 scored · 60.7 allowed per game2-3 away
- W88-60vs Norfolk State SpartansJan 31
- D0-0at Coppin State EaglesJan 27
- L77-78vs Morgan State BearsJan 24
- W78-69vs Morehouse Maroon TigersJan 19
- W83-69at North Carolina Central EaglesJan 17
- W84-58vs Delaware State HornetsJan 13
- L57-69at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksJan 10
- L57-58at South Carolina State BulldogsJan 3
- L60-80at Northwestern WildcatsDec 30
- W67-66at UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 20
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 | Howard Bison | Coppin State Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-53 | 20-56 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 8-25 | 2-16 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 13 |
| Free throws | 16-21 | 11-18 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 17 |
| Assists | 20 | 9 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 5 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 28 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 90 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-26Bryce Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-26Alex Cotton makes 22-foot three point jumper (Bryce Harris assists)
- 2nd Half35-28Demariontay Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half36-28Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-28Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-30Demariontay Hall makes 0-foot dunk (Jamari Piercy assists)
- 2nd Half40-30Cedric Taylor III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half40-32Demariontay Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half42-32Calvin Robins Jr. makes layup (Bryce Harris assists)
- 2nd Half42-33Demariontay Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-34Demariontay Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-34Ose Okojie makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half45-34Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-37Hussain Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamari Piercy assists)
- 2nd Half47-37Ose Okojie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-37Ose Okojie makes layup (Alex Cotton assists)
- 2nd Half50-37Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-37Alex Cotton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half54-37Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-37Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-37Alex Cotton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half58-39Hussain Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half58-41Camaren Sparrow makes layup (Khali Horton assists)
- 2nd Half60-41Cam Gillus makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half62-41Bryce Harris makes layup (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half62-42Hassan Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-43Hassan Perkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-45Khali Horton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-45Bryce Harris makes layup (Cedric Taylor III assists)
- 2nd Half64-47Tyler Koenig makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half65-47Bryce Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-47Bryce Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-49Demariontay Hall makes layup (Khali Horton assists)
- 2nd Half67-49Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-49Ose Okojie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-50Tyler Koenig makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-51Tyler Koenig makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-51Cedric Taylor III makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half70-53Demariontay Hall makes layup
- 2nd Half72-53Bryce Harris makes 3-foot dunk (Isaiah Brown assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Coppin State Eagles, below favours Howard Bison.
Venue
- Physical Education ComplexBaltimore, MD
- Attendance412
- OfficialsLionel Butler, Bruce Rothwell, Joe Switzer
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