South Carolina State Edges Delaware State in Close Contest
Monday, March 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Memorial Hall (DE)
South Carolina State Bulldogs 61, Delaware State Hornets 59, 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 South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Delaware State Hornets?
South Carolina State Bulldogs beat Delaware State Hornets 61-59 at Memorial Hall (DE) on March 2, 2026.
Who was favored in South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Delaware State Hornets?
Delaware State Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -166 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the South Carolina State Bulldogs narrowly defeated the Delaware State Hornets with a final score of 61-59. This game, held at Memorial Hall in Delaware, showcased two teams struggling through challenging seasons, with Delaware State finishing the game with a 6-22 record and South Carolina State concluding at 8-21.
Delaware State entered the game on a six-game losing streak, having won only one of their last ten games with a record of 1-8-1. Their recent form has seen them average 56.3 points scored while allowing 66.6 points per game. In their last five games, they averaged 61.6 points scored and 78.8 points allowed, indicating a significant defensive struggle. Their home record for the season stood at 1-3, and they had been unable to secure a win in their last five away games.
On the other hand, South Carolina State had a slightly better recent performance, with a record of 3-5-2 in their last ten games, although they were also on a three-game losing streak. The Bulldogs averaged 54.3 points scored and 58.3 points allowed in this stretch. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 70.6 points while allowing 76.0 points. They had a home record of 3-2 but struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-3 leading into this matchup.
The two teams had met earlier in the season on January 26, 2026, where South Carolina State emerged victorious with a score of 70-64. Overall, in their last three meetings, South Carolina State has won two games against Delaware State, holding a 1-2 record in their recent head-to-head encounters.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they have been dealing with challenges throughout the season.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, priced Delaware State as 3.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -166. South Carolina State was given a moneyline of +140. The total for the game was set at 134.5, with both the over and under odds listed at -110.
The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, and fans could expect a competitive atmosphere given the stakes for both teams. As the game progressed, key moments included a series of free throws and crucial baskets that kept the score close. Notably, Florian Tenebay played a pivotal role in the second half, making important free throws that contributed to South Carolina State's lead.
As the game drew to a close, the tension mounted, with both teams exchanging leads. Ultimately, South Carolina State's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities and maintain composure in the final minutes secured their victory. The Bulldogs' win over the Hornets not only adds to their season's tally but also highlights the ongoing struggles of Delaware State as they look for a way to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DSU -3.5 | 134.5 o -110 / u -110 | South Carolina State Bulldogs +140 · Delaware State Hornets -166 |
Leaders
- PointsJalen St Clair13Delaware State Hornets
- AssistsPonce James2Delaware State Hornets
- ReboundsCyril Obasogie8Delaware State Hornets
- PointsNoah Treadwell18South Carolina State Bulldogs
- AssistsDerwin Hodge Jr.4South Carolina State Bulldogs
- ReboundsFlorian Tenebay7South Carolina State Bulldogs
Recent form
Delaware State Hornets
Last 10: 1-8-1Streak L656.3 scored · 66.6 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L60-74vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 28
- L68-82at Morgan State BearsFeb 21
- L59-91vs Howard BisonFeb 17
- L58-75at Norfolk State SpartansFeb 14
- L63-72at North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 10
- L47-65at Coppin State EaglesFeb 7
- W65-57vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksJan 31
- L64-70at South Carolina State BulldogsJan 26
- D0-0at North Carolina Central EaglesJan 24
- L79-80vs Morgan State BearsJan 17
South Carolina State Bulldogs
Last 10: 3-5-2Streak L354.3 scored · 58.3 allowed per game0-3 away
- L57-69at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 28
- L83-90vs Morgan State BearsFeb 25
- L71-90at Norfolk State SpartansFeb 21
- W85-72vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 19
- L57-59vs Coppin State EaglesFeb 16
- D0-0vs Morgan State BearsFeb 14
- L57-85at Howard BisonFeb 7
- W63-54vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 5
- D0-0vs North Carolina Central EaglesJan 31
- W70-64vs Delaware State HornetsJan 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 | South Carolina State Bulldogs | Delaware State Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-42 | 18-50 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 4-11 | 3-15 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 20 |
| Free throws | 25-29 | 20-24 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 22 |
| Assists | 9 | 3 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 26 |
| Fouls | 16 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 37 | 44 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-28Rahmir Moore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-30Dean Shepherd makes layup
- 2nd Half38-30Noah Treadwell makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half38-33Rahmir Moore makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ponce James assists)
- 2nd Half38-35Ponce James makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half39-35Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-37Bessanty Saragba makes layup
- 2nd Half41-37Noah Treadwell makes layup (Teon Tindal assists)
- 2nd Half42-37Cameron Clark makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-37Cameron Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-38Bessanty Saragba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-39Bessanty Saragba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-41Jalen St Clair makes layup
- 2nd Half43-42Cyril Obasogie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-43Cyril Obasogie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-44Bessanty Saragba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-44Noah Treadwell makes layup (Rayniel Wright assists)
- 2nd Half45-46Jalen St Clair makes layup
- 2nd Half45-48Jalen St Clair makes layup
- 2nd Half47-48Cameron Clark makes layup
- 2nd Half47-50Ponce James makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-51Jalen St Clair makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-52Jalen St Clair makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-52Jamal Miles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-53Dean Shepherd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-54Dean Shepherd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54Jayden Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-54Jayden Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-54Jayden Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-54Jayden Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Florian Tenebay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-54Cameron Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-57Jalen St Clair makes 22-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half57-57Jayden Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half58-57Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-57Florian Tenebay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-59Ponce James makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-59Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Florian Tenebay makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Delaware State Hornets, below favours South Carolina State Bulldogs.
Venue
- Memorial Hall (DE)Dover, DE
- Attendance153
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