Delaware State Hornets Defeat Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 65-57
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 4:56 PM ET · Memorial Hall (DE)
Delaware State Hornets 65, Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 57, 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 Delaware State Hornets?
Delaware State Hornets beat Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 65-57 at Memorial Hall (DE) on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Delaware State Hornets?
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Delaware State Hornets secured a 65-57 victory over the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks at Memorial Hall. This win marks a significant moment for the Hornets, who have struggled throughout the season with a home record of 6-15 and a recent form of 2-7-1 in their last ten games. The Hornets had been on a downward trend, losing their last game against the South Carolina State Bulldogs 64-70 just days prior to this victory. Their scoring average in the last five games had dipped to 53.0 points, while they allowed an average of 60.0 points per game.
On the other side, the Hawks came into the game with an away record of 8-14 and had been on a four-game winning streak, showcasing a recent turnaround in form. Their last ten games yielded a record of 4-6, with an average of 66.6 points scored and 74.1 points allowed. The Hawks had previously defeated teams like Coppin State and Norfolk State, indicating a potential for strong performance. However, their away record had been less impressive, standing at 1-6.
Historically, the Hornets have had the upper hand in their recent meetings against the Hawks, winning both encounters in the 2025 season. They defeated Maryland Eastern Shore 73-66 in January and followed up with a 75-68 victory in March. This history may have provided a psychological edge for the Hornets heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player absences, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The Hawks were favored in the betting market, with DraftKings listing them at -2.5 on the spread, while the total was set at 128.5. The moneyline odds showed Delaware State at +130.0 and Maryland Eastern Shore at -155.0, reflecting the expectation of a competitive matchup.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-season college basketball game, played in front of a home crowd at Memorial Hall. Fans witnessed a hard-fought battle, with key moments shaping the outcome. In the second half, Justin Monden's jumper brought the Hawks within five points at 54-59, but the Hornets responded with free throws from Corey Perkins and Dean Shepherd to maintain their lead. The final scoring plays included a layup by Miles Webb, assisted by Perkins, which pushed the Hornets' lead to 64-57 before sealing the game with another free throw from Perkins.
Viewers should have noted the Hornets' resilience in the face of a challenging season, as they managed to capitalize on their home advantage and previous victories against the Hawks. The final score of 65-57 not only reflects the Hornets' determination but also highlights the ongoing struggles of the Hawks, who will need to regroup after this defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UMES -2.5 | 128.5 o -112 / u -108 | Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks -155 · Delaware State Hornets +130 |
Leaders
- PointsKareem Watson14Delaware State Hornets
- AssistsCorey Perkins5Delaware State Hornets
- ReboundsMiles Webb7Delaware State Hornets
- PointsZion Obanla15Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- AssistsMichael Teal3Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- ReboundsZion Obanla8Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Recent form
Delaware State Hornets
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak L157.1 scored · 62.2 allowed per game1-3 at home
- 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
- L51-53vs Coppin State EaglesJan 3
- L50-65at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 30
- W73-61vs Holy Family TigersDec 21
- L51-67at Saint Joseph's HawksDec 19
- W81-76at Longwood LancersDec 13
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak W466.6 scored · 74.1 allowed per game1-6 away
- W70-67vs Coppin State EaglesJan 17
- W74-70at Norfolk State SpartansJan 13
- W69-57vs Howard BisonJan 10
- W66-49vs Morgan State BearsJan 3
- L71-94at Texas LonghornsDec 23
- L64-78at Wagner SeahawksDec 18
- L53-82at Virginia Tech HokiesDec 14
- L79-82at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 13
- L60-84at Virginia CavaliersDec 10
- L60-78at American University EaglesDec 6
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 | Delaware State Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-46 | 22-45 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 0-6 | 7-12 |
| Three-point % | 0 | 58 |
| Free throws | 13-14 | 14-23 |
| Free throw % | 93 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 18 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 22 | 73 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half25-32Joseph Locandro makes 7-foot jumper (Jaden Cooper assists)
- 1st Half25-34Dean Shepherd makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half25-36Miles Webb makes layup
- 2nd Half27-36Zion Obanla makes layup (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half27-39Rahmir Moore makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zion Bethea assists)
- 2nd Half29-39Jaden Cooper makes layup
- 2nd Half29-41Corey Perkins makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half31-41Joseph Locandro makes layup (Dorion Staples assists)
- 2nd Half31-43Miles Webb makes layup (Zion Bethea assists)
- 2nd Half33-43Zion Obanla makes layup (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half34-43Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half34-45Miles Webb makes 14-foot jumper (Bessanty Saragba assists)
- 2nd Half36-45Zion Obanla makes 6-foot dunk
- 2nd Half36-48Rahmir Moore makes 27-foot three point jumper (Zion Bethea assists)
- 2nd Half37-48Joseph Locandro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-48Joseph Locandro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-50Kareem Watson makes 19-foot jumper (Bessanty Saragba assists)
- 2nd Half38-52Dean Shepherd makes layup (Corey Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half40-52Christopher Flippin makes layup (Trey Brown assists)
- 2nd Half40-54Kareem Watson makes layup
- 2nd Half40-55Kareem Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-56Kareem Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-56Zion Obanla makes layup
- 2nd Half44-56Zion Obanla makes layup
- 2nd Half44-57Dean Shepherd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-58Dean Shepherd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-58Trey Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half48-58Justin Monden makes layup
- 2nd Half50-58Zion Obanla makes layup (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half51-58Michael Teal makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-58Michael Teal makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Dean Shepherd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-59Justin Monden makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-60Corey Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-61Dean Shepherd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-62Dean Shepherd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Michael Teal makes layup
- 2nd Half57-62Michael Teal makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-64Miles Webb makes 2-foot dunk (Corey Perkins assists)
- 2nd Half57-65Corey Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Delaware State Hornets, below favours Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks.
Venue
- Memorial Hall (DE)Dover, DE
- Attendance483
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