The Howard Bison (2-19, 0-6 MEAC) travel to Physical Education Complex to clash against the Coppin State Eagles (5-16, 1-5 MEAC). The Bison look to put an end to their nine-game losing streak. Action gets underway at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, January 27, 2020.
Howard Bison at Coppin State Eagles Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last outing. The Eagles lost a close one to the Morgan State Bears, 50-48, while the Bison were beaten by the Florida A&M Rattlers, 87-83.
Howard was lights out from beyond the arc (10-26; 38.5 percent) while Coppin State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 37.7 (above their season average of 22.7). Brendan Medley-Bacon was a key piece for Coppin State with eight points and 24 rebounds. Meanwhile, Howard received a boost from Charles Williams, who finished with 21 points.
The Bison won the only contest between these two teams last year, 74-73. The Bison’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over the Eagles. Howard had a rate of 15.4, while Coppin State posted a mark of 24.2. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Howard Bison vs. Coppin State Eagles Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Coppin State, ATS Winner – Coppin State, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Coppin State averages 38.4 rebounds per game, which ranks 63rd in the nation. Howard ranks 272nd in rebounds allowed per game (40.4).
- The Eagles average 29.8 three pointers per game, which ranks fifth in the nation. The Bison rank 198th in three pointers allowed per game (23.3).
- Howard ranks 158th in assists per game (12.8) while Coppin State ranks 270th (9.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Bison have scored an average of 74.8 points per game (5.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 83.2 points per game (0.9 above their season average).
- The Eagles’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.4, down from 9.0 for the season.
