Howard Bison vs UMBC Retrievers predictions, Mar 17, 2026

Mar 16, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Howard Bison

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The NCAA College Basketball showdown on March 17, 2026, features an intriguing matchup between the Howard Bison and the UMBC Retrievers, taking place at Howard’s home venue. Both teams enter the contest in impressive form, each having secured victories in their last five games, indicating strong momentum and confidence.

Howard Bison have showcased a balanced offensive and defensive strategy, effectively combining defensive resilience with opportunistic scoring. Their home advantage could play a crucial role, as the familiar environment typically bolsters player performance.

Conversely, the UMBC Retrievers have displayed consistent excellence, emphasizing quick transitions and perimeter shooting. Their sharpness from beyond the arc has proven pivotal in recent matchups, and their ability to adapt defensively against various offensive schemes has set them apart.

Bookmakers present odds of 1.91 for a Howard win and 1.75 for a UMBC triumph, revealing the slight edge perceived for the Retrievers. The model prediction indicates a 46.5% probability of a home victory against a 53.5% chance for UMBC to emerge victorious. As both teams are in peak form, fans can expect a closely contested game, with neither side assured of success.

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Howard
47.8%		 UMBC
52.2%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball UMBC Retrievers: 0.07%

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Pinnacle 1.91 1.75

Latest Results

14.03.26 Howard Bison basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 70:63
13.03.26 Howard Bison basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 78:61
05.03.26 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – Howard Bison basketball – 76:84
02.03.26 Howard Bison basketball – Coppin State Eagles basketball – 90:70
28.02.26 Morgan State Bears basketball – Howard Bison basketball – 59:84		 14.03.26 UMBC Retrievers basketball – Vermont Catamounts basketball – 74:59
10.03.26 UMBC Retrievers basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 91:69
07.03.26 UMBC Retrievers basketball – New Hampshire Wildcats basketball – 84:69
03.03.26 NJIT Highlanders basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 52:91
28.02.26 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 60:84

Facts

  • In recent matches, both teams have secured multiple victories.
  • Howard may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 1 head-to-head match, Howard won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 77:95.

    Latest Head To Head

    25.11.24 UMBC Retrievers basketball – Howard Bison basketball – 95:77

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Duke Blue Devils: 4.2 (17.24%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 4.33 (16.72%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5 (14.48%)

    4. Florida Gators: 8 (9.05%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 11 (6.58%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 19 (3.81%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 21 (3.45%)

    8. Iowa State: 23 (3.15%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 34 (2.13%)

    10. Michigan State: 41 (1.77%)

    11. Arkansas Razorbacks: 46 (1.57%)

    12. Kansas Jayhawks: 51 (1.42%)

    13. St. Johns Red Storm: 51 (1.42%)

    14. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.29%)

    15. Virginia Cavaliers: 61 (1.19%)

    16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.08%)

    17. Wisconsin Badgers: 71 (1.02%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 91 (0.8%)

    19. Texas Tech: 101 (0.72%)

    20. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 101 (0.72%)

    21. Alabama Crimson Tide: 101 (0.72%)

    22. North Carolina: 101 (0.72%)

    23. Eastern Kentucky: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Louisville: 126 (0.57%)

    25. Brigham Young: 126 (0.57%)

    26. UCLA: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Clemson: 201 (0.36%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    30. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    32. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    33. St. Marys (CA): 251 (0.29%)

    34. Missouri Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Utah State: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    37. TCU: 301 (0.24%)

    38. UCF Knights: 301 (0.24%)

    39. Georgia Bulldogs: 301 (0.24%)

    40. SMU Mustangs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. VCU Rams: 401 (0.18%)

    42. Texas Longhorns: 401 (0.18%)

    43. Santa Clara: 401 (0.18%)

    44. St. Louis Billikens: 401 (0.18%)

    45. Akron Zips: 501 (0.14%)

    46. South Florida Bulls: 601 (0.12%)

    47. High Point: 1001 (0.07%)

    48. McNeese State: 1001 (0.07%)

    49. Hawaii: 1001 (0.07%)

    50. Lehigh Mountain Hawks: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Kennesaw State: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. California Baptist: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. Penn Quakers: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Wright State: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Troy: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Howard Bison: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Hofstra Pride: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Furman: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Idaho Vandals: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. Northern Iowa: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Siena Saints: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. North Dakota St: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. LIU Sharks: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Prairie View A&M: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. UMBC Retrievers: 1001 (0.07%)

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