North Carolina Central Eagles vs Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks predictions, Mar 12, 2026

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The NCAA College Basketball matchup on March 12, 2026, features the North Carolina Central Eagles hosting the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks. Recent form shows the Eagles securing 2 wins in their last 5 games, showcasing a moderate recovery as they look to strengthen their position at home. Conversely, the Hawks have struggled, managing only 1 victory in the same timeframe, underlining their challenges ahead of this encounter.

In terms of tactical strengths, North Carolina Central benefits from a more consistent home-court advantage, backed by a supportive fan base that often influences game dynamics. Conversely, Maryland-Eastern Shore will need to counteract their recent inconsistencies with a more cohesive defensive strategy to limit the Eagles’ scoring opportunities.

The bookmakers have set the odds at 1.76 for a home win and 2.01 for an away victory, reflecting a slight edge for the Eagles. Based on statistical analysis, our model predicts a 56% chance of a home win and a close final score of 68:66. As both teams vie for crucial positioning, this match promises competitive intensity, but as with all sports, outcomes remain uncertain.

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NC Central 53.3%

UMES 46.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 68:66

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Latest Results

05.03.26 North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 64:80 02.03.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 73:77 28.02.26 Delaware State Hornets basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 60:74 21.02.26 Howard Bison basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 100:67 18.02.26 South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 85:72

05.03.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – Delaware State Hornets basketball – 56:57 02.03.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 73:77 28.02.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 25:22 21.02.26 Coppin State Eagles basketball – Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – 71:65 OT 16.02.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – Norfolk State Spartans basketball – 66:70

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NC Central won 4.

In recent matches, NC Central has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).

UMES is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Recently, NC Central has had a series of away games.

Recently, UMES has had a series of home games.

In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.

In the last 19 head-to-head matches, NC Central won 16 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 1295:1094. (average 68.2:57.6).

Including home matches between the teams, NC Central won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 821:658. (average 68.4:54.8).

Latest Head To Head

02.03.26 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 73:77 02.02.26 North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – 65:63 26.02.25 Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – 68:59 11.01.25 North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – 88:69 13.03.24 North Carolina Central Eagles basketball – Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks basketball – 87:81

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Duke Blue Devils: 4.24 (18.42%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 4.36 (17.9%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.75 (13.58%)

4. Florida Gators: 7.94 (9.84%)

5. Houston Cougars: 11.75 (6.64%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 17.75 (4.4%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19 (4.11%)

8. Iowa State: 23 (3.39%)

9. Purdue Boilermakers: 38.25 (2.04%)

10. Kansas Jayhawks: 39.75 (1.96%)

11. Michigan State: 41 (1.9%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 44.75 (1.74%)

13. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.17%)

14. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.17%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 81 (0.96%)

16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 81 (0.96%)

17. Louisville: 91 (0.86%)

18. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.77%)

19. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.77%)

20. St. Johns Red Storm: 101 (0.77%)

21. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.62%)

22. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.62%)

23. Texas Tech: 151 (0.52%)

24. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.52%)

25. North Carolina: 151 (0.52%)

26. Brigham Young: 201 (0.39%)

27. Miami (FL): 251 (0.31%)

28. UCLA: 251 (0.31%)

29. Texas A&M: 251 (0.31%)

30. NC State: 251 (0.31%)

31. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.22%)

32. St. Louis Billikens: 351 (0.22%)

33. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.16%)

34. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.16%)

35. UCF Knights: 501 (0.16%)

36. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.16%)

37. New Mexico: 501 (0.16%)

38. San Diego State: 501 (0.16%)

39. Missouri Tigers: 501 (0.16%)

40. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.16%)

41. Texas Longhorns: 751 (0.1%)

42. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

43. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.08%)

44. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

45. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

46. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.08%)

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