Coppin State Eagles Edge Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks in OT
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Physical Education Complex
Coppin State Eagles 71, Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Coppin State Eagles?
Coppin State Eagles beat Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 71-65 at Physical Education Complex on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Coppin State Eagles?
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Coppin State Eagles defeated the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 71-65 in overtime at the Physical Education Complex. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Eagles, who have been struggling throughout the season with a record of 7-21 prior to this game. The win also extends their current streak to four consecutive victories, showcasing a remarkable turnaround as they have averaged 63.0 points while allowing 64.2 in their last five games.
The Eagles' recent form has shown improvement, particularly in their last ten games where they recorded a 3-6-1 record. Their scoring average during this stretch was 60.7, with an average of 65.6 points allowed. In contrast, the Hawks, who entered the game with an 8-20 record, have been on a downward spiral, suffering six straight losses. Over their last ten games, they managed a record of 4-6 but have averaged only 64.3 points while allowing 66.4.
At home, Coppin State has struggled with a record of 1-4, while their away performance has been slightly better at 2-2 over their last five games. Maryland Eastern Shore, however, has fared better at home with a 3-1 record but has been less successful on the road, managing only one win in their last six away games.
In their previous meetings this season, the Eagles faced the Hawks on January 17, 2026, where they lost 67-70. This latest victory not only avenged that defeat but also improved their head-to-head record against Maryland Eastern Shore to 2-2 over the last two seasons. The previous encounters included a loss at home last season and a win in an earlier matchup, illustrating the competitive nature of this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details affecting either team, which suggests both sides may have fielded their strongest lineups for this crucial matchup. The conditions at the Physical Education Complex were not detailed, but typically, home court advantage can play a role in such close contests.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Hawks favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 128.5. The money line indicated Coppin State at +145 and Maryland Eastern Shore at -175, reflecting the expectation of a tighter contest than the odds suggested.
As the game unfolded, the Eagles and Hawks exchanged leads, with the contest ultimately going into overtime after a tightly contested regulation. Key moments in overtime included crucial free throws by Torrin Andrews and Khali Horton, which helped secure the Eagles' victory. The scoring plays in overtime were pivotal, with the Eagles capitalizing on their opportunities at the free-throw line and making critical baskets to pull ahead.
Overall, this game not only highlights the resilience of the Coppin State Eagles as they continue their late-season surge but also underscores the challenges faced by the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks as they seek to reverse their fortunes. The Eagles' ability to perform under pressure in overtime will be a significant confidence booster as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UMES -3.5 | 128.5 o -105 / u -115 | Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks -175 · Coppin State Eagles +145 |
Leaders
- PointsHussain Williams13Coppin State Eagles
- AssistsHussain Williams2Coppin State Eagles
- ReboundsCamaren Sparrow8Coppin State Eagles
- PointsJaden Cooper17Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- AssistsMichael Teal3Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- ReboundsZion Obanla6Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Recent form
Coppin State Eagles
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak W360.7 scored · 65.6 allowed per game1-4 at home
- W59-57at South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 16
- W58-56at North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 14
- W65-47vs Delaware State HornetsFeb 7
- L53-72vs Howard BisonFeb 2
- 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
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L664.3 scored · 66.4 allowed per game1-5 away
- L66-70vs Norfolk State SpartansFeb 17
- L53-79at Howard BisonFeb 14
- L71-79at Morgan State BearsFeb 7
- L54-63at South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 5
- L63-65at North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 2
- L57-65at Delaware State HornetsJan 31
- W70-67vs Coppin State EaglesJan 17
- W74-70at Norfolk State SpartansJan 13
- W69-57vs Howard BisonJan 10
- W66-49vs Morgan State BearsJan 3
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 | Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks | Coppin State Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-46 | 19-46 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 26 |
| Free throws | 23-30 | 28-40 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 23 |
| Assists | 12 | 8 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 26 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 22 |
| Fouls | 28 | 28 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 6 | 83 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-44Demariontay Hall makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half37-46Hussain Williams makes layup (Camaren Sparrow assists)
- 2nd Half37-48Camaren Sparrow makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Hassan Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half37-49Demariontay Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-50Demariontay Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-52Taj Thweatt makes 3-foot dunk (Torrin Andrews assists)
- 2nd Half39-52Christopher Flippin makes layup
- 2nd Half39-54Camaren Sparrow makes layup
- 2nd Half42-54Jaden Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half43-54Michael Teal makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-54Michael Teal makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Taj Thweatt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Michael Teal makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Michael Teal makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Maurice Vassel makes layup (Jaden Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half48-56Tyler Koenig makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-57Tyler Koenig makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-57Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Zion Obanla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-57Jaden Cooper makes 28-foot three point jumper (Justin Monden assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Jaden Cooper makes driving layup (Zion Obanla assists)
- 2nd Half56-57Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-57Zion Obanla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-58Khali Horton makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half57-59Khali Horton makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half57-60Khali Horton makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half58-60Justin Monden makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half59-60Justin Monden makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half60-60Justin Monden makes free throw 3 of 3
- OT62-60Dorion Staples makes layup
- OT62-61Hussain Williams makes free throw 1 of 3
- OT62-62Hussain Williams makes free throw 2 of 3
- OT62-63Hussain Williams makes free throw 3 of 3
- OT62-65Camaren Sparrow makes layup
- OT65-65Jaden Cooper makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dorion Staples assists)
- OT65-67Hassan Perkins makes driving layup
- OT65-68Torrin Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT65-69Torrin Andrews makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT65-70Khali Horton makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT65-71Khali Horton makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Coppin State Eagles, below favours Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks.
Venue
- Physical Education ComplexBaltimore, MD
- Attendance1890
- OfficialsLeon Sandiford, Corey Taylor, Brelan Hillman
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