NCAAB · Final

Norfolk State Defeats North Carolina Central 75-68

Saturday, February 7, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Joseph G. Echols Hall

Norfolk State Spartans 75, North Carolina Central Eagles 68, 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 North Carolina Central Eagles vs Norfolk State Spartans?

Norfolk State Spartans beat North Carolina Central Eagles 75-68 at Joseph G. Echols Hall on February 7, 2026.

Who was favored in North Carolina Central Eagles vs Norfolk State Spartans?

Norfolk State Spartans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.

The Norfolk State Spartans secured a 75-68 victory over the North Carolina Central Eagles in a closely contested matchup at Joseph G. Echols Hall. This win is particularly significant as it marks Norfolk State's first victory against the Eagles this season, having lost their previous encounter on January 3, 2026, by a score of 67-69. With this result, the Spartans improved their home record to 11-14, while the Eagles fell to 8-13 overall.

In terms of recent form, Norfolk State's last ten games reflect a record of 4-6, with a current losing streak of two games prior to this win. They have averaged 74.3 points scored and allowed 74.5 points during this stretch. Their last five games had a better scoring average of 83.2 points scored against 77.2 allowed, indicating a slight uptick in offensive performance despite the recent struggles.

Conversely, North Carolina Central has shown a more favorable recent form, holding a record of 5-3-2 in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of one game. They have averaged 61.5 points scored and 59.4 points allowed in that span. However, their last five games have seen a drop in scoring, averaging just 44.6 points while allowing 44.8 points.

When examining their home and away performances, Norfolk State has a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while North Carolina Central has performed better on the road with a 2-1 record in their last three away games. This home-court advantage played a crucial role in the Spartans' ability to secure the win.

Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team for this matchup, allowing both squads to field their regular lineups. The game was also influenced by the betting market, with DraftKings setting the spread at Norfolk State -4.5 and a total of 148.5 points. The home moneyline was listed at -198.0, while North Carolina Central's moneyline was at 164.0.

The conditions at Joseph G. Echols Hall were conducive to a competitive game, with a lively atmosphere that often accompanies home games. Fans witnessed a back-and-forth battle that kept the outcome uncertain until the final moments.

Key moments in the second half included critical free throws by Anthony McComb III and Elijah Jamison, which helped the Spartans maintain their lead. Norfolk State's ability to capitalize on free-throw opportunities proved vital, as they converted crucial shots down the stretch to secure the victory.

Overall, this matchup was a testament to Norfolk State's resilience and ability to bounce back after previous defeats, while North Carolina Central will need to regroup as they continue their season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NORF -4.5	148.5 o -105 / u -115	North Carolina Central Eagles +164 · Norfolk State Spartans -198

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Leaders

PointsElijah Jamison28Norfolk State Spartans
AssistsElijah Jamison3Norfolk State Spartans
ReboundsJaquel Morris7Norfolk State Spartans
PointsGage Lattimore19North Carolina Central Eagles
AssistsDionte Johnson4North Carolina Central Eagles
ReboundsKelechi Okworogwo8North Carolina Central Eagles

Recent form

Norfolk State Spartans

Last 10: 4-6Streak L274.3 scored · 74.5 allowed per game2-3 at home

L60-88at Howard BisonJan 31
L78-79vs Morgan State BearsJan 27
W103-76vs Coppin State EaglesJan 24
W86-61vs Elizabeth City State VikingsJan 20
W89-82at South Carolina State BulldogsJan 17
L70-74vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksJan 13
W66-64at Delaware State HornetsJan 10
L67-69at North Carolina Central EaglesJan 3
L54-63at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 28
L70-89vs UC Irvine AnteatersDec 23

North Carolina Central Eagles

Last 10: 5-3-2Streak W161.5 scored · 59.4 allowed per game2-1 away

W65-63vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 2
D0-0at South Carolina State BulldogsJan 31
D0-0vs Delaware State HornetsJan 24
L69-83vs Howard BisonJan 17
W89-78at Morgan State BearsJan 12
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

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	Norfolk State Spartans
Field goals	26-55	24-50
Field goal %	47	48
Three-pointers	5-18	6-18
Three-point %	28	33
Free throws	11-14	21-27
Free throw %	79	78
Rebounds	23	33
Offensive rebounds	6	11
Defensive rebounds	17	22
Assists	8	8
Steals	9	7
Blocks	7	1
Turnovers	16	20
Team turnovers	2	2
Technical fouls	3	2
Technical fouls, total	3	2
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	9
Fast-break points	11	12
Points in the paint	26	34
Fouls	21	18
Largest lead	4	9
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	18	70

How the scoring went

2nd Half37-43Tekao Carpenter makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-45Jaquel Morris makes layup (Elijah Jamison assists)
2nd Half37-46Jaquel Morris makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-46Dionte Johnson makes driving layup
2nd Half39-48Jaquel Morris makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half41-48Kelechi Okworogwo makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half42-48Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half44-48Kelechi Okworogwo makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half47-48Gage Lattimore makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half49-48Jae Slack makes layup
2nd Half50-48Gage Lattimore makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-48Gage Lattimore makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-49Elijah Jamison makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-50Elijah Jamison makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-52Mykel Jenkins makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half53-52Kelechi Okworogwo makes layup (Gage Lattimore assists)
2nd Half53-54Devon Ellis makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half53-55Melo Baines makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-56Melo Baines makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-57Melo Baines makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-58Melo Baines makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-58Jae Slack makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half55-61Mykel Jenkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Devon Ellis assists)
2nd Half57-61Tekao Carpenter makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half57-64Elijah Jamison makes 26-foot three point jumper (Devon Ellis assists)
2nd Half59-64Kelechi Okworogwo makes layup (Dionte Johnson assists)
2nd Half59-66Elijah Jamison makes driving layup
2nd Half60-66Kelechi Okworogwo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-69Elijah Jamison makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mykel Jenkins assists)
2nd Half61-69Kyric Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-69Kelechi Okworogwo makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half63-70Mykel Jenkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-71Anthony McComb III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-71Kelechi Okworogwo makes 3-foot dunk (Kyric Davis assists)
2nd Half66-71Jae Slack makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half66-72Anthony McComb III makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-73Anthony McComb III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-73Jae Slack makes driving layup
2nd Half68-74Elijah Jamison makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-75Elijah Jamison makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Norfolk State Spartans, below favours North Carolina Central Eagles.