Howard Bison Defeat Drexel Dragons 74-66
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 11:00 AM ET · Daskalakis Athletic Center
Howard Bison 74, Drexel Dragons 66, 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 Drexel Dragons?
Howard Bison beat Drexel Dragons 74-66 at Daskalakis Athletic Center on December 16, 2025.
In a competitive matchup, the Howard Bison emerged victorious against the Drexel Dragons with a final score of 74-66 at the Daskalakis Athletic Center. This victory marks Howard's continued success, extending their winning streak to three games, while Drexel has now lost their last two outings.
Howard entered the game with a record of 8-5, showcasing a strong away performance this season, although they had struggled on the road with an away record of 0-3. In their last ten games, the Bison recorded a 6-4 record, averaging 74.7 points scored and allowing 69.9 points per game. Their recent form has been impressive, particularly in their last five games, where they averaged 81.8 points scored and 67.0 points allowed, demonstrating their offensive capabilities.
In contrast, the Drexel Dragons had a home record of 4-7 and were struggling, with a 4-6 record in their last ten games. They averaged 71.7 points scored and 71.3 points allowed during this stretch, but their recent performances have been concerning, as they averaged only 70.2 points scored and 73.0 points allowed in their last five games. The Dragons have faced difficulties, particularly in away games, where they have a record of 1-5.
The two teams had met previously in the current season, with Howard winning that encounter 68-65, giving them a 1-0 lead in their head-to-head record for the season. This history may have contributed to the confidence the Bison displayed in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact team performance significantly. The conditions during the game were not detailed, but the venue, the Daskalakis Athletic Center, is known for its home-court advantage, which Drexel was unable to capitalize on this time.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had priced Drexel as 6.5-point favorites, with a total set at 138.5. The odds reflected a competitive expectation for the game, but the outcome showed that Howard not only met the challenge but exceeded expectations by winning outright.
As the game unfolded, the scoring plays highlighted key moments, including free throws made by Danas Kazakevicius and Bryce Harris, which helped to solidify Howard's lead in the second half. The Bison's ability to convert free throws and make crucial shots, such as a three-point jumper by Kevon Vanderhorst, demonstrated their offensive prowess and composure under pressure.
Overall, the game showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Howard building momentum and confidence, while Drexel continues to seek answers to their recent struggles. The Bison's victory not only adds to their win streak but also positions them favorably as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DREX -6.5 | 138.5 o -108 / u -112 | Howard Bison — · Drexel Dragons — |
Leaders
- PointsKevon Vanderhorst30Drexel Dragons
- AssistsKevon Vanderhorst4Drexel Dragons
- ReboundsVilliam Garcia Adsten6Drexel Dragons
- PointsOse Okojie17Howard Bison
- AssistsCam Gillus6Howard Bison
- ReboundsOse Okojie10Howard Bison
Recent form
Drexel Dragons
Last 10: 4-6Streak L271.7 scored · 71.3 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L64-69at La Salle ExplorersDec 6
- L73-75at American University EaglesDec 4
- W71-66at Morgan State BearsNov 25
- W75-71vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 23
- L68-84vs Pennsylvania QuakersNov 22
- W75-43vs NJIT HighlandersNov 19
- L50-80at Syracuse OrangeNov 15
- L83-90at Colgate RaidersNov 12
- L65-76at Saint Joseph's HawksNov 8
- W93-59vs Widener PrideNov 3
Howard Bison
Last 10: 6-4Streak W374.7 scored · 69.9 allowed per game0-3 away
- W61-57vs Hampton PiratesDec 13
- W73-69vs North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 10
- W85-69vs Bowie State BulldogsDec 6
- L75-79at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 29
- W115-61vs St. Mary's (MD) SeahawksNov 26
- L56-93at Duke Blue DevilsNov 23
- W80-70vs Niagara Purple EaglesNov 22
- L60-64at Stetson HattersNov 20
- W72-64vs Alcorn State BravesNov 14
- L70-73vs Grambling TigersNov 9
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 |
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Howard Bison | Drexel Dragons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-48 | 22-51 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 5-10 | 10-29 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 34 |
| Free throws | 23-25 | 12-19 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 15 |
| Assists | 11 | 14 |
| Steals | 11 | 3 |
| Blocks | 5 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 18 |
| Fouls | 17 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 95 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-36Shane Blakeney makes 23-foot three point jumper (Victor Panov assists)
- 2nd Half41-37Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-37Bryce Harris makes layup (Cedric Taylor III assists)
- 2nd Half45-37Danas Kazakevicius makes layup (Isaiah Brown assists)
- 2nd Half47-37Cam Gillus makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-38Villiam Garcia Adsten makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-38Cam Gillus makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ed Holland III assists)
- 2nd Half50-40Eli Beard makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-40Cedric Taylor III makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half53-42Josh Reed makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-43Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-44Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-44Isaiah Brown makes layup (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half55-45Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-46Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-48Josh Reed makes 1-foot dunk (Shane Blakeney assists)
- 2nd Half55-50Villiam Garcia Adsten makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-50Bryce Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-50Bryce Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-51Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-52Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-52Ose Okojie makes layup (Cedric Taylor III assists)
- 2nd Half59-55Kevon Vanderhorst makes 25-foot three point jumper (Villiam Garcia Adsten assists)
- 2nd Half61-55Ose Okojie makes layup (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half62-55Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Kevon Vanderhorst makes 26-foot three point jumper (Villiam Garcia Adsten assists)
- 2nd Half63-58Danas Kazakevicius makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-58Danas Kazakevicius makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Cedric Taylor III makes layup
- 2nd Half66-61Villiam Garcia Adsten makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kevon Vanderhorst assists)
- 2nd Half67-61Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-61Ose Okojie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Danas Kazakevicius makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-61Danas Kazakevicius makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-61Bryce Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-61Bryce Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-64Kevon Vanderhorst makes 23-foot three point jumper (Eli Beard assists)
- 2nd Half73-64Bryce Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-64Bryce Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Josh Reed makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Drexel Dragons, below favours Howard Bison.
Venue
- Daskalakis Athletic CenterPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance1954
- OfficialsSean Hull, Tony Crisp, Mike Millione
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