Howard Bison Defeat Norfolk State Spartans 84-76
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Joseph G. Echols Hall
Howard Bison 84, Norfolk State Spartans 76, 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 Norfolk State Spartans?
Howard Bison beat Norfolk State Spartans 84-76 at Joseph G. Echols Hall on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Howard Bison vs Norfolk State Spartans?
Howard Bison were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Howard Bison secured a victory against the Norfolk State Spartans with a final score of 84-76 at Joseph G. Echols Hall. This game showcased the Bison's strong recent form, extending their winning streak to five games, while the Spartans faced their second consecutive loss. Howard, with an overall record of 21-10, demonstrated their offensive prowess, averaging 77.0 points per game while allowing just 56.5 points over their last ten games. In contrast, Norfolk State, now at 15-16, had been scoring an average of 79.6 points but allowed 72.6 during the same period.
The Spartans had a home record of 5-1 in their last six games, but they struggled against Howard earlier in the season, suffering a significant defeat of 60-88 on January 31, 2026. This marked the third meeting between the two teams, with Howard leading the head-to-head record 2-1. The previous encounters included Norfolk's wins in the 2025 season, where they triumphed 92-75 at home and 81-69 away.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams came into the game with a strong roster, contributing to the competitive nature of the match. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Howard as the favorites with a spread of 6.5 points and a moneyline of -265, while Norfolk State was priced at +215.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, and viewers were treated to a display of skill and strategy. Key moments included Cedric Taylor III's layup assisted by Cam Gillus, which brought the score to 78-72 in favor of Howard during the second half. Elijah Jamison also made significant contributions with driving layups that kept the pressure on Norfolk State.
As the game progressed, Howard maintained their lead, with Ose Okojie sealing the victory with a series of free throws, ultimately bringing the score to 84-76. The Bison's ability to execute under pressure and their strong defensive performance were crucial in overcoming the Spartans, who despite their efforts, could not close the gap in the final moments of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOW -6.5 | 149.5 o -110 / u -110 | Howard Bison -265 · Norfolk State Spartans +215 |
Leaders
- PointsDevon Ellis22Norfolk State Spartans
- AssistsAnthony McComb III4Norfolk State Spartans
- ReboundsDevon Ellis6Norfolk State Spartans
- PointsCam Gillus22Howard Bison
- AssistsCam Gillus4Howard Bison
- ReboundsBryce Harris7Howard Bison
Recent form
Norfolk State Spartans
Last 10: 7-3Streak L179.6 scored · 72.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L84-90at Morgan State BearsMar 2
- W75-69at Coppin State EaglesFeb 28
- W90-71vs South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 21
- W70-66at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 17
- W75-58vs Delaware State HornetsFeb 14
- W75-68vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 7
- L60-88at Howard BisonJan 31
- L78-79vs Morgan State BearsJan 27
- W103-76vs Coppin State EaglesJan 24
- W86-61vs Elizabeth City State VikingsJan 20
Howard Bison
Last 10: 8-1-1Streak W577 scored · 56.5 allowed per game3-0 away
- W90-70vs Coppin State EaglesMar 3
- W84-59at Morgan State BearsFeb 28
- W100-67vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 21
- W91-59at Delaware State HornetsFeb 17
- W79-53vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 14
- L81-87vs Yale BulldogsFeb 10
- W85-57vs South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 7
- W72-53at Coppin State EaglesFeb 2
- W88-60vs Norfolk State SpartansJan 31
- D0-0at Coppin State EaglesJan 27
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 | Norfolk State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-50 | 30-63 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 12-22 | 2-14 |
| Three-point % | 55 | 14 |
| Free throws | 20-26 | 14-17 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 20 |
| Assists | 14 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 54 |
| Fouls | 16 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 46 | 42 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-48Cam Gillus makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-48Bryce Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-48Bryce Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-48Ose Okojie makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-48Cedric Taylor III makes layup
- 2nd Half54-50Adrean Newton makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-50Isaiah Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half57-52Elijah Jamison makes layup
- 2nd Half60-52Cam Gillus makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Brown assists)
- 2nd Half60-54Devon Ellis makes layup (Elijah Jamison assists)
- 2nd Half60-56Anthony McComb III makes layup (Devon Ellis assists)
- 2nd Half60-57Devon Ellis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-58Devon Ellis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-58Cam Gillus makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-60Elijah Jamison makes layup
- 2nd Half66-60Alex Cotton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Devon Ellis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-62Cam Gillus makes 26-foot three point jumper (Danas Kazakevicius assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Anthony McComb III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-64Anthony McComb III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-65Elijah Jamison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-65Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-65Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-66Anthony McComb III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-67Anthony McComb III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-67Alex Cotton makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-69Anthony McComb III makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-69Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-70Jaquel Morris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Elijah Jamison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-72Elijah Jamison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-72Cedric Taylor III makes layup (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half78-74Elijah Jamison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half80-74Bryce Harris makes 3-foot dunk (Cedric Taylor III assists)
- 2nd Half80-76Elijah Jamison makes layup
- 2nd Half81-76Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-76Ose Okojie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-76Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-76Ose Okojie makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Norfolk State Spartans, below favours Howard Bison.
Venue
- Joseph G. Echols HallNorfolk, VA
- Attendance4165
- OfficialsErnest Hamilton III, Ian McClenny, Leslie Jones
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