North Carolina Central Eagles Edge Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Monday, March 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Hytche Center
North Carolina Central Eagles 77, Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won North Carolina Central Eagles vs Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks?
North Carolina Central Eagles beat Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 77-73 at Hytche Center on March 2, 2026.
Who was favored in North Carolina Central Eagles vs Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks?
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the North Carolina Central Eagles triumphed over the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks with a final score of 77-73 at the Hytche Center on March 3, 2026. This victory marked a significant moment for the Eagles, who had previously lost to the Hawks just a month earlier in a narrow 65-63 contest. The win also improved their overall record to 13-16, while the Hawks fell to 9-22.
Both teams have had their share of struggles this season, but they entered this game with contrasting recent forms. The Hawks, playing at home, had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with an average scoring of 64.2 points and an average of 68.6 points allowed. Their last five games reflected a similar trend, with an average of 64.8 points scored and 71.2 points allowed. In contrast, the Eagles had a record of 4-4-2 in their last ten games, averaging 55.4 points scored and 58.0 points allowed. Their last five games showed an average of 69.8 points scored but allowed 75.8 points, indicating a struggle to contain opposing offenses.
When considering home versus away performance, the Hawks had a home record of 2-1 in their last three games, while the Eagles had a 3-1 record at home during the same stretch but struggled with a 1-3 record in away games. This game was crucial for both teams as they aimed to improve their standings and gain momentum as the season progressed.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Eagles held a slight edge with a record of 2-1 against the Hawks in their last three meetings. The previous encounter on February 2, 2026, ended in a narrow defeat for the Hawks, which added an extra layer of motivation for them to perform well in this game. The Eagles had also defeated the Hawks in their earlier meeting in the 2025 season, showcasing their ability to compete against this opponent.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their key players. This availability was crucial as both teams sought to capitalize on their strengths in a pivotal game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Hawks favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 133.5. The home moneyline stood at -142.0, while the away moneyline was at 120.0, reflecting a competitive matchup that had the potential for an upset.
The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with no adverse weather or external factors reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance.
As the game unfolded, key moments included Gage Lattimore's crucial free throws that extended the Eagles' lead late in the second half. Lattimore's ability to convert from the line was instrumental in sealing the victory for North Carolina Central. Additionally, Joseph Locandro's three-point jumper showcased the Eagles' offensive capabilities, while the Hawks fought back with efforts from Zion Obanla and Michael Teal, who attempted to close the gap in the final minutes.
Ultimately, the Eagles' ability to execute under pressure and maintain composure in the closing moments proved decisive, allowing them to secure the win and improve their season record. The Hawks, despite the loss, demonstrated resilience and competitive spirit, which they will look to build on in their remaining games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UMES -2.5 | 133.5 o -110 / u -110 | North Carolina Central Eagles +120 · Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks -142 |
Leaders
- PointsZion Obanla18Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- AssistsMichael Teal5Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- ReboundsZion Obanla12Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
- PointsGage Lattimore23North Carolina Central Eagles
- AssistsGage Lattimore6North Carolina Central Eagles
- ReboundsDionte Johnson5North Carolina Central Eagles
Recent form
Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
Last 10: 3-7Streak W164.2 scored · 68.6 allowed per game2-1 at home
- 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
- W70-67vs Coppin State EaglesJan 17
- W74-70at Norfolk State SpartansJan 13
North Carolina Central Eagles
Last 10: 4-4-2Streak W155.4 scored · 58 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- D0-0at South Carolina State BulldogsJan 31
- D0-0vs Delaware State HornetsJan 24
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 | North Carolina Central Eagles | Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-50 | 30-60 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 9-20 | 7-17 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 41 |
| Free throws | 22-29 | 6-8 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 20 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 13 | 25 |
| Assists | 15 | 21 |
| Steals | 15 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 23 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 29 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 34 |
| Fouls | 14 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 32 | 59 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-47Maurice Vassel makes 2-foot dunk (Zion Obanla assists)
- 2nd Half39-47Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47Gage Lattimore makes layup
- 2nd Half42-47Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-49Michael Teal makes layup (Levi Beckwith assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-49Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-49Gage Lattimore makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-51Zion Obanla makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half50-51Gage Lattimore makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half53-51Dionte Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Gage Lattimore assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Justin Monden makes 11-foot jumper (Levi Beckwith assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Dionte Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kyric Davis assists)
- 2nd Half58-53Kelechi Okworogwo makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Gage Lattimore assists)
- 2nd Half58-54Justin Monden makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-54Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-54Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-56Zion Obanla makes layup
- 2nd Half61-56Tekao Carpenter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-56Tekao Carpenter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Michael Teal makes layup
- 2nd Half62-59Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Dionte Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gage Lattimore assists)
- 2nd Half65-61Michael Teal makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-61Gage Lattimore makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half68-64Michael Teal makes 26-foot three point jumper (Justin Monden assists)
- 2nd Half69-64Dionte Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-64Dionte Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-66Christopher Flippin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-66Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-66Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-66Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-69Joseph Locandro makes 25-foot three point jumper (Michael Teal assists)
- 2nd Half75-69Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-70Zion Obanla makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Zion Obanla makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-73Michael Teal makes layup (Jaden Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half77-73Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks, below favours North Carolina Central Eagles.
Venue
- Hytche CenterPrincess Anne, MD
- Attendance888
- OfficialsScott Bennett, Kendell Ridley, Ian McClenny
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