Howard Bison at Morgan State Bears Expert Betting Analysis, Odds and Free Game Pick
Betting Odds
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The Howard Bison (16-10) are set to face off against the Morgan State Bears (11-14) on February 20, 2023, at 07:30 PM ET at Hill Field House. This game is expected to be a close one, with Howard coming in as a -3.5 point favorite and the total set at 145.5 points.
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Howard Bison Last Game<br />
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The Howard Bison are coming off a solid 80-70 win against COPIN on February 18, 2023. They covered the spread as 6.5-point favorites and the game went over the total of 157.5 points. Howard shot 42.86% from the field, 71.43% from the free-throw line, and hit 16 three-pointers. They will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming game against Morgan State.
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Morgan State Bears Last Game<br />
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The Morgan State Bears suffered a 72-50 loss against NORF on February 18, 2023. They failed to cover the spread as 13.5-point underdogs and the game went under the total of 146.5 points. Morgan State shot 34.62% from the field, 78.57% from the free-throw line, and hit only 3 three-pointers. They will need to improve their shooting if they hope to bounce back against Howard.
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Power Stats<br />
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Assists and Turnovers<br />
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Howard averages 14.38 assists per game and 16.46 turnovers per game, giving them a ratio of 0.87. Morgan State averages 15.72 assists per game and 15.84 turnovers per game, giving them a ratio of 0.99. This suggests that Howard may struggle to protect the ball, while Morgan State could benefit from their ability to share the ball and create opportunities for each other.
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Rebounding<br />
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Howard averages 10.73 offensive rebounds and 24 defensive rebounds per game, giving them a total of 34.73 rebounds per game. Morgan State averages 12.12 offensive rebounds and 22.68 defensive rebounds per game, giving them a total of 34.8 rebounds per game. This suggests that both teams are evenly matched when it comes to rebounding, and the game could be decided by other factors.
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Shooting Percentage<br />
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Howard has an offensive shooting percentage of 45.91% and a defensive shooting percentage of 45.31%, giving them a differential of 0.6. Morgan State has an offensive shooting percentage of 44.99% and a defensive shooting percentage of 44.12%, giving them a differential of 0.87. This suggests that both teams are fairly evenly matched in terms of shooting, and the game could come down to which team is able to hit more shots when it counts.
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<span style="font-size:16px; color:#008000;">Get more details:</span> <a href="https://www.sportsbettingstats.com/ncaab/matchup/1771576">Howard at Morgan State 02/20/23 Betting Stats </a>
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Injuries<br />
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Howard Bison<br />
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There are currently no injuries to report for the Howard Bison.
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Morgan State Bears<br />
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There are currently no injuries to report for the Morgan State Bears.
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Howard at Morgan State Pick ATS
Expert Analysis: Howard Bison to Win
Based on the statistical information provided, the Howard Bison appear to have a slight edge over the Morgan State Bears. While both teams are evenly matched in terms of rebounding and shooting, Howard may struggle to protect the ball, giving Morgan State an opportunity to capitalize on turnovers. However, Howard's recent wins and strong shooting percentage suggest they have the momentum and ability to pull off a victory in this game.
Furthermore, the fact that Morgan State is coming off a significant loss and has struggled to hit shots in recent games may indicate they are not in the best position to win. The absence of injuries for both teams is a positive factor for their performance, but Howard's overall record and recent wins are more impressive than Morgan State's, giving them the edge in this matchup.
Overall, the Howard Bison are expected to cover the spread and win this game against the Morgan State Bears, making them the best bet for this matchup. However, with both teams evenly matched in many areas, this game could certainly go either way, and it should make for an exciting and competitive matchup between these two teams.
We are going to back the Morgan State Bears +6.5