North Carolina Central Eagles Defeat Morgan State Bears 89-78
Monday, January 12, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Hill Field House
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Who won North Carolina Central Eagles vs Morgan State Bears?
North Carolina Central Eagles beat Morgan State Bears 89-78 at Hill Field House on January 12, 2026.
Who was favored in North Carolina Central Eagles vs Morgan State Bears?
North Carolina Central Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at Hill Field House, the North Carolina Central Eagles triumphed over the Morgan State Bears with a final score of 89-78. This victory marks the Eagles' second consecutive win, improving their record to 8-11, while the Bears fell to 4-14. The game showcased the Eagles' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a steady lead.
The Eagles entered the game with a recent record of 4-6 over their last ten games, averaging 75.1 points scored and allowing 75.2 points per game. Their last two outings included a significant win against Coppin State Eagles, where they scored 88 points, and a close victory against Norfolk State Spartans, winning 69-67. In contrast, the Bears had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with an average of 65.9 points scored and 78.2 points allowed. Their recent form included a win against South Carolina State Bulldogs, where they scored 72 points, but they had struggled in previous games, including a loss to Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks.
At home, the Bears have recorded a 3-2 record, while their away performance has been significantly weaker, with an 0-5 record. The Eagles, on the other hand, had a 3-2 record at home and a 1-4 record on the road before this game. This fixture was particularly notable as the Eagles had previously defeated the Bears in their last two meetings, winning 102-98 at home and 92-78 away in the 2025 season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their regular lineups for this matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had North Carolina Central Eagles favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The odds for the Eagles to win outright were -162, while the Bears were priced at +136.
The game conditions appeared favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. Fans watching the game were treated to a display of athleticism and skill, particularly from the Eagles' Khouri Carvey, who contributed significantly to the scoreline with key plays in the second half. The Eagles' ability to convert free throws in the closing moments of the game, including successful attempts by Kelechi Okworogwo and Gage Lattimore, helped solidify their lead and secure the victory.
Overall, the matchup highlighted the Eagles' strong offensive capabilities and their ability to capitalize on the Bears' defensive lapses, particularly in the latter stages of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NCCU -3.5 | 141.5 o -108 / u -112 | North Carolina Central Eagles -162 · Morgan State Bears +136 |
Leaders
- PointsAlfred Worrell Jr.29Morgan State Bears
- AssistsElijah Davis10Morgan State Bears
- ReboundsChristian Meeks8Morgan State Bears
- PointsKhouri Carvey21North Carolina Central Eagles
- AssistsDionte Johnson10North Carolina Central Eagles
- ReboundsKhouri Carvey8North Carolina Central Eagles
Recent form
Morgan State Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak W165.9 scored · 78.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W72-67vs South Carolina State BulldogsJan 10
- L49-66at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksJan 3
- W92-55vs Penn State Brandywine LionsDec 30
- L56-83at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 23
- L64-94at San Francisco DonsDec 21
- L50-97at California Golden BearsDec 20
- W81-73vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 13
- L49-92at DePaul Blue DemonsDec 10
- L80-84vs Longwood LancersDec 6
- L66-71vs Drexel DragonsNov 25
North Carolina Central Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak W275.1 scored · 75.2 allowed per game1-4 away
- W88-77at Coppin State EaglesJan 10
- W69-67vs Norfolk State SpartansJan 3
- L67-90at Penn State Nittany LionsDec 29
- L72-74vs Longwood LancersDec 20
- W96-62vs Mid Atlantic Christian MustangsDec 18
- L67-103at Kentucky WildcatsDec 10
- L54-69vs North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 6
- L62-67at James Madison DukesDec 4
- W109-61vs Carolina University BruinsNov 29
- L67-82at South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 26
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 | Morgan State Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-47 | 24-55 |
| Field goal % | 64 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 4-9 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 32 |
| Free throws | 25-33 | 23-33 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 19 |
| Assists | 24 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 26 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 30 |
| Fouls | 24 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 79 | 14 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half60-53Rob Lawson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half62-53Kelechi Okworogwo makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half62-54Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half62-55Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half62-56Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half63-56Khouri Carvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56Khouri Carvey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-58Eugene Alvin makes layup (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Christian Meeks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-59Kelechi Okworogwo makes 15-foot jumper (Tekao Carpenter assists)
- 2nd Half67-60Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-61Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Kelechi Okworogwo makes 3-foot dunk (Gage Lattimore assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Christian Meeks makes layup (Eugene Alvin assists)
- 2nd Half70-63Dionte Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-65Rob Lawson makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half71-65Khouri Carvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-65Khouri Carvey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-66Rob Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Khouri Carvey makes layup (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half74-69Eugene Alvin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half74-70Eugene Alvin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half75-70Tekao Carpenter makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half76-70Tekao Carpenter makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half77-70Tekao Carpenter makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half79-70Kelechi Okworogwo makes 3-foot dunk (Khouri Carvey assists)
- 2nd Half81-70Kelechi Okworogwo makes 4-foot dunk (Dionte Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half81-71Rob Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-72Rob Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-72Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-75Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Rob Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half84-75Khouri Carvey makes 3-foot dunk (Kelechi Okworogwo assists)
- 2nd Half85-75Khouri Carvey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half85-77Elijah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half86-77Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-77Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-78Elijah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-78Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-78Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Morgan State Bears, below favours North Carolina Central Eagles.
Venue
- Hill Field HouseBaltimore, MD
- Attendance471
- OfficialsJose Carrion, Ernest Hamilton III, Damon Patterson II
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