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As the Norfolk State Spartans prepare to host the South Carolina State Bulldogs on February 21, 2026, both teams enter the matchup with matching records of three wins in their last five games, setting the stage for an intriguing contest.
Norfolk State has shown resilience in recent outings, leveraging their strong defense and disciplined rebounding to secure victories. Their ability to control the paint, combined with a fast-paced transition game, creates opportunities to outscore opponents. Home-court advantage may also play a pivotal role, providing the Spartans with the familiar support of their fans.
On the other hand, the South Carolina State Bulldogs have demonstrated offensive spark and creativity. Their success hinges on effective ball movement and taking high-percentage shots, often utilizing their perimeter shooting when opponents collapse defensively. However, inconsistent defensive efforts could pose a challenge, particularly against a team like Norfolk State that thrives on exploiting weaknesses.
With bookmakers favoring the Spartans at odds of 1.19, this matchup promises competitive intensity. Both teams are capable of capitalizing on their strengths, making the outcome uncertain. Fans can anticipate a closely contested battle, given the recent form and tactical approaches of both squads.
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| Norfolk State 78.8% |
South Carolina State 21.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 78:68
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.2 | 4.09 | ||
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1.17 | 5.1 | ||
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1.19 | 4.03 |
Latest Results
| 16.02.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – Norfolk State Spartans basketball – 66:70 14.02.26 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – Delaware State Hornets basketball – 75:58 07.02.26 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 75:68 31.01.26 Howard Bison basketball – Norfolk State Spartans basketball – 88:60 26.01.26 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – Morgan State Bears basketball – 78:79 |
18.02.26 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 85:72 16.02.26 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – Coppin State Eagles basketball – 57:59 07.02.26 Howard Bison basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 85:57 04.02.26 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – 63:54 26.01.26 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – Delaware State Hornets basketball – 70:64 |
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Latest Head To Head
| 17.01.26 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – Norfolk State Spartans basketball – 82:89 15.03.25 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 66:65 01.03.25 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – Norfolk State Spartans basketball – 91:88 01.02.25 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 67:65 OT 17.02.24 Norfolk State Spartans basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 71:67 OT |
Standings
NCAA College Basketball Outrights
1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.74%)
2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.57%)
3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.05%)
4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.42%)
5. Iowa State: 13 (5.8%)
6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.39%)
7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.39%)
8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.44%)
9. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.59%)
10. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.9%)
11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)
12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)
13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)
14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)
15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.13%)
16. Louisville: 67 (1.13%)
17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.13%)
18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.13%)
19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.13%)
20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)
21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)
22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)
23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)
24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)
25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)
26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)
27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)
28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)
29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.38%)
30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.38%)
31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)
32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)
33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)
34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)
35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)
36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)
37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)
38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)
39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)
40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)
41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)
42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)
43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)
44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)
45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)
46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)
47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)
48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)
49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)
50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)
51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)
52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)
53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)
54. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.08%)
55. Creighton: 1001 (0.08%)
56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)
57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)
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