Howard Bison Defeats South Carolina State Bulldogs 78-61
Friday, March 13, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Norfolk Scope Arena
Howard Bison 78, South Carolina State Bulldogs 61, 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 Howard Bison?
Howard Bison beat South Carolina State Bulldogs 78-61 at Norfolk Scope Arena on March 13, 2026.
Who was favored in South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Howard Bison?
Howard Bison were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Norfolk Scope Arena, the Howard Bison secured a solid 78-61 victory over the South Carolina State Bulldogs. This win further solidified Howard's strong season, bringing their record to 22-10, while South Carolina State concluded their campaign at 10-22. The Bison's recent form has been impressive, with a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, including a six-game winning streak leading up to this contest. They have been averaging 85.4 points per game while allowing just 64.1, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities.
On the other hand, the Bulldogs have had a mixed bag of results recently, with a record of 4-5-1 in their last ten outings. They managed to win their last three games, but overall, they have struggled with an average of 63.9 points scored and 67.0 points allowed per game. The Bison's home record stands at 5-1 in their last six games, while the Bulldogs have a 3-3 record in their last six away games.
The two teams have met four times in recent seasons, with Howard leading the head-to-head record at 3-1. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on February 7, 2026, where Howard triumphed 85-57 at home. This victory added to Howard's confidence as they faced a Bulldogs team that has struggled throughout the season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences, which suggests both teams were at full strength for this important matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Howard favored heavily at -15.5 on the spread, with a moneyline of -1800. In contrast, South Carolina State was listed at +1000 on the moneyline, indicating a significant disparity in expectations for the game. The total points line was set at 145.5, reflecting an anticipated high-scoring affair, although the final score fell short of that total.
The game conditions were typical for late-season basketball, with a competitive atmosphere in the arena. Fans witnessed a strong performance from Howard, particularly in the second half, where they extended their lead and maintained control of the game. Key moments included free throws from Isaiah Brown and Cam Gillus, which helped seal the victory as the Bison pulled away in the final minutes.
Overall, the matchup was significant not only for the outcome but also for how it highlighted the contrasting trajectories of both programs this season. Howard's ability to dominate at home and their offensive efficiency were on full display, while South Carolina State will need to regroup and reassess as they move forward from this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOW -15.5 | 145.5 o -115 / u -105 | South Carolina State Bulldogs +1000 · Howard Bison -1800 |
Leaders
- PointsCam Gillus25Howard Bison
- AssistsCedric Taylor III3Howard Bison
- ReboundsCam Gillus8Howard Bison
- PointsNoah Treadwell13South Carolina State Bulldogs
- AssistsJayden Johnson4South Carolina State Bulldogs
- ReboundsJayden Johnson6South Carolina State Bulldogs
Recent form
Howard Bison
Last 10: 9-1Streak W685.4 scored · 64.1 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W84-76at Norfolk State SpartansMar 6
- W90-70vs Coppin State EaglesMar 3
- W84-59at Morgan State BearsFeb 28
- W100-67vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 21
- W91-59at Delaware State HornetsFeb 17
- W79-53vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 14
- L81-87vs Yale BulldogsFeb 10
- W85-57vs South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 7
- W72-53at Coppin State EaglesFeb 2
- W88-60vs Norfolk State SpartansJan 31
South Carolina State Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak W363.9 scored · 67 allowed per game3-3 away
- W88-82at Norfolk State SpartansMar 12
- W80-64at North Carolina Central EaglesMar 5
- W61-59at Delaware State HornetsMar 3
- 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
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 | Howard Bison |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-59 | 23-52 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 4-16 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 25 |
| Free throws | 7-11 | 28-38 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 11 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 3 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 32 |
| Fouls | 32 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 3 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-43Cedric Taylor III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cam Gillus assists)
- 2nd Half41-43Cameron Clark makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-45Ose Okojie makes layup
- 2nd Half41-47Cam Gillus makes layup
- 2nd Half42-47Teon Tindal makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-49Travelle Bryson makes layup (Danas Kazakevicius assists)
- 2nd Half42-51Travelle Bryson makes 14-foot jumper (Alex Cotton assists)
- 2nd Half44-51Owen Bronston Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Jayden Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half44-52Travelle Bryson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-53Travelle Bryson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-54Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Florian Tenebay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Chris Parker makes layup
- 2nd Half48-57Ose Okojie makes layup (Travelle Bryson assists)
- 2nd Half50-57Noah Treadwell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-58Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-59Owen Bronston Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jayden Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-61Ose Okojie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Owen Bronston Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-63Cam Gillus makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-65Cedric Taylor III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-67Ose Okojie makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-68Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-70Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-71Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71Florian Tenebay makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-71Florian Tenebay makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-72Alex Cotton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-73Isaiah Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-74Isaiah Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Jayden Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-75Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-78Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-76Cam Gillus makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-77Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Howard Bison, below favours South Carolina State Bulldogs.
Venue
- Norfolk Scope ArenaNorfolk, VA
- OfficialsMike Terry, Antoine Dawkins, Kastine Evans
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