North Carolina Central Eagles Edge Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks in OT
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:10 PM ET · Norfolk Scope Arena
North Carolina Central Eagles 83, Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs North Carolina Central Eagles?
North Carolina Central Eagles beat Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 83-76 at Norfolk Scope Arena on March 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs North Carolina Central Eagles?
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling overtime finish, the North Carolina Central Eagles defeated the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 83-76 at the Norfolk Scope Arena. This matchup showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with North Carolina Central improving their season record to 14-17, while Maryland Eastern Shore concluded their season at 9-24.
The Eagles entered the game with a mixed bag of recent performances, holding a 5-5 record over their last ten games. They had averaged 69.5 points scored per game while allowing 73.3 points. Their last outing was a loss against South Carolina State Bulldogs, where they fell 64-80. However, they had previously secured a victory against the Hawks just ten days prior, winning 77-73 in a closely contested game.
In contrast, the Hawks struggled significantly in their recent games, managing only one victory in their last ten, resulting in a record of 1-9. They averaged 62.7 points scored and allowed 68.3 points during this stretch. Their last game ended in a narrow defeat against the Delaware State Hornets, where they lost 56-57. The Hawks had previously faced the Eagles on March 3, where they also lost.
Historically, North Carolina Central has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Maryland Eastern Shore, winning three of their last four encounters. The Eagles' victories included a commanding 88-69 win in January 2025 and a close 65-63 win at home earlier this month.
In terms of home and away performance, North Carolina Central had a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Maryland Eastern Shore struggled on the road, finishing with an away record of 0-6. This disparity likely played a role in the Eagles' confidence heading into this matchup.
The injury report did not highlight any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this critical game. The odds from DraftKings favored Maryland Eastern Shore slightly, with a spread of 1.5 and a total set at 131.5 points, indicating a competitive matchup.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-energy performance, and both teams delivered. The Eagles' victory was marked by a crucial three-point jumper from Dorion Staples that tied the game at 74-74 in the second half. The overtime period saw the Eagles pull away, with Jae Slack hitting a step-back jumper to give them a lead they would not relinquish.
As the game progressed into overtime, the Eagles maintained their composure, with Dionte Johnson sealing the victory from the free-throw line. His contributions were pivotal in the final moments, as he scored multiple free throws to extend the lead to 83-76.
Overall, this matchup was a testament to the resilience of the North Carolina Central Eagles, who not only secured a vital win but also demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure, particularly in overtime scenarios. The Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks, despite their struggles, put forth a commendable effort, but ultimately fell short against their rivals.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UMES -1.5 | 131.5 o -112 / u -108 | Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks -130 · North Carolina Central Eagles +110 |
Leaders
- PointsDionte Johnson26North Carolina Central Eagles
- AssistsDionte Johnson3North Carolina Central Eagles
- ReboundsGage Lattimore8North Carolina Central Eagles
- PointsZion Obanla21Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- AssistsDorion Staples3Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- ReboundsZion Obanla8Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Recent form
North Carolina Central Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak L169.5 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L64-80vs South Carolina State BulldogsMar 5
- W77-73at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksMar 3
- W74-60at Delaware State HornetsFeb 28
- L67-100at Howard BisonFeb 21
- L72-85at South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 19
- W80-76vs Morgan State BearsFeb 17
- L56-58vs Coppin State EaglesFeb 14
- W72-63vs Delaware State HornetsFeb 10
- L68-75at Norfolk State SpartansFeb 7
- W65-63vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 2
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Last 10: 1-9Streak L262.7 scored · 68.3 allowed per game0-6 away
- L56-57vs Delaware State HornetsMar 6
- L73-77vs North Carolina Central EaglesMar 3
- W69-57vs South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 28
- L65-71at Coppin State EaglesFeb 21
- 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
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 | North Carolina Central Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-58 | 27-53 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 8-18 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 44 |
| Free throws | 22-25 | 21-23 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 20 |
| Assists | 10 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 29 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 19 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 54 | 43 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-47Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-47Zion Obanla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-49Tekao Carpenter makes layup
- 2nd Half50-49Michael Teal makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-52Tekao Carpenter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half50-53Dionte Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-54Dionte Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-54Christopher Flippin makes 3-foot dunk (Trey Brown assists)
- 2nd Half52-55Jae Slack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-56Jae Slack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Jae Slack makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Dorion Staples makes 28-foot three point jumper (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half55-61Dionte Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-63Jae Slack makes layup (Gage Lattimore assists)
- 2nd Half58-63Levi Beckwith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half58-66Dionte Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tekao Carpenter assists)
- 2nd Half58-68Dionte Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-68Zion Obanla makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-68Zion Obanla makes layup
- 2nd Half63-68Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-68Zion Obanla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-70Kelechi Okworogwo makes 2-foot dunk (Jae Slack assists)
- 2nd Half65-70Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-70Zion Obanla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-70Dorion Staples makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-70Dorion Staples makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-71Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-72Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-72Michael Teal makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-72Levi Beckwith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-73Dionte Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-74Dionte Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-74Dorion Staples makes 26-foot three point jumper (Michael Teal assists)
- OT74-77Jae Slack makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- OT76-77Dorion Staples makes driving layup
- OT76-79Kyric Davis makes 7-foot hook shot (Tekao Carpenter assists)
- OT76-80Dionte Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT76-81Dionte Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT76-82Dionte Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT76-83Dionte Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours North Carolina Central Eagles, below favours Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks.
Venue
- Norfolk Scope ArenaNorfolk, VA
- OfficialsLionel Butler, Donta Carter, Devorn Kinsey
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