Morgan State Bears Edge South Carolina State Bulldogs
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 4:50 PM ET · Hill Field House
Morgan State Bears 72, South Carolina State Bulldogs 67, 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 Morgan State Bears?
Morgan State Bears beat South Carolina State Bulldogs 72-67 at Hill Field House on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in South Carolina State Bulldogs vs Morgan State Bears?
Morgan State Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Morgan State Bears emerged victorious over the South Carolina State Bulldogs with a final score of 72-67. This game, held at Hill Field House, showcased the struggles both teams have faced this season, with Morgan State holding a record of 4-12 and South Carolina State at 2-15 prior to the game.
Both teams have struggled in their recent outings. Morgan State's last ten games yielded a record of 2-8, with their scoring average being 64.3 points while allowing 80.3 points per game. In their last five games, they averaged 62.2 points scored and 79.0 points allowed. Their home record stood at 2-2, while they have yet to secure a win in six away games. In contrast, South Carolina State also recorded a 2-8 record in their last ten games, averaging 64.8 points scored and 85.4 points allowed. Their last five games showed a slight improvement, with an average of 64.4 points scored and 77.8 points allowed. However, they have struggled significantly on the road, with a 0-7 away record.
In their previous meetings, Morgan State had not fared well against South Carolina State, losing both encounters in the 2025 season. The most recent matchup before this game occurred on February 15, 2025, when Morgan State lost 62-90, and they also fell 72-86 earlier that season at home. This history added a layer of pressure as the Bears aimed to turn the tide in their favor.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, which could have influenced their performance. However, both teams are clearly in need of a boost, and any missing players could have a significant impact on their game strategy.
The market had set the odds with Morgan State favored by 4.5 points, according to DraftKings, indicating a close contest was anticipated. The total points line was set at 147.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. Morgan State's moneyline was priced at -175.0, while South Carolina State's was at 145.0, suggesting that the Bears were seen as the more likely team to win.
The conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but given the venue at Hill Field House, it can be assumed that the Bears had the advantage of home court support, which often plays a crucial role in college basketball.
As the game progressed, Morgan State managed to maintain a narrow lead, with key scoring plays in the second half, including free throws from Elijah Davis and Christian Meeks, which helped secure their lead late in the game. The Bulldogs fought back, with Rayniel Wright making a layup to keep the game competitive. However, Morgan State's ability to convert free throws down the stretch proved decisive.
This matchup, while not featuring teams at the top of their game, highlighted the competitive spirit of college basketball, with both teams eager to secure a much-needed win. The Bears' victory may provide them with a boost of confidence as they look to build on this success in upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MORG -4.5 | 147.5 o -105 / u -115 | South Carolina State Bulldogs +145 · Morgan State Bears -175 |
Leaders
- PointsElijah Davis18Morgan State Bears
- AssistsElijah Davis6Morgan State Bears
- ReboundsChristian Oliver5Morgan State Bears
- PointsJayden Johnson23South Carolina State Bulldogs
- AssistsJayden Johnson5South Carolina State Bulldogs
- ReboundsDerwin Hodge Jr.10South Carolina State Bulldogs
Recent form
Morgan State Bears
Last 10: 2-8Streak L164.3 scored · 80.3 allowed per game2-2 at home
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South Carolina State Bulldogs
Last 10: 2-8Streak W164.8 scored · 85.4 allowed per game0-7 away
- W58-57vs Howard BisonJan 3
- L54-105at Tennessee VolunteersDec 31
- L70-95at South Carolina GamecocksDec 22
- W68-54vs Brewton Parker WildcatsDec 19
- L72-78vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansDec 16
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- L44-84at Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 9
- L59-80at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsDec 6
- L79-101at Winthrop EaglesNov 29
- L66-98at Missouri TigersNov 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 | Morgan State Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-53 | 25-55 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 25 |
| Free throws | 9-19 | 17-28 |
| Free throw % | 47 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 20 |
| Assists | 12 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 72 | 16 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-35Florian Tenebay makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-38Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Rob Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half43-38Derwin Hodge Jr. makes 12-foot jumper (Florian Tenebay assists)
- 2nd Half43-39Christian Meeks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-40Christian Meeks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-40James Morrow makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-40James Morrow makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-40Jayden Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-40Jayden Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-42Elijah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-43Rob Lawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-44Walter Peggs Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-44Chris Parker makes layup (Jayden Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half50-46Alfred Worrell Jr. makes layup (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half50-48Elijah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-50Rob Lawson makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-50Jayden Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cameron Clark assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Rob Lawson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half54-53Florian Tenebay makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-55Christian Oliver makes 18-foot jumper (Alfred Worrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half55-55Jayden Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-58Rob Lawson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alfred Worrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Elijah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-60Elijah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-61Rob Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-61Derwin Hodge Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-63Elijah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-63Cameron Clark makes 4-foot hook shot (Jayden Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half59-65Christian Oliver makes 7-foot hook shot (Alfred Worrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-65Florian Tenebay makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half61-66Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-66Jayden Johnson makes 21-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-67Christian Oliver makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Elijah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Elijah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-69Rayniel Wright makes layup
- 2nd Half65-70Rob Lawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-70Jayden Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half67-71Christian Meeks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-72Christian Meeks makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Morgan State Bears, below favours South Carolina State Bulldogs.
Venue
- Hill Field HouseBaltimore, MD
- Attendance606
- OfficialsLeon Sandiford, Aric Dickerson, Jermaine Rogers
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