Howard vs Norfolk State Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Mar. 7

Norfolk State coach encouraging players
(AP Photo)
  • Norfolk State (10-16) is a -4.5 point favorite vs Howard (10-16)
  • Total (Over/Under): 145.5 points
  • Howard / Norfolk State TV channel: ESPNU

The Howard Bison (10-16) visit Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall to take on the Norfolk State Spartans (10-16) on Mar. 7. Tip off is scheduled for 9:00pm EST in Norfolk, VA.

Norfolk State is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -4.5 (-120).

The Howard vs. Norfolk State Over/Under is 145.5 total points.

Bet now on Norfolk State vs Howard & all college basketball games with BetMGM

Howard vs. Norfolk State Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Howard+4.5 +100O 145.5 -110+180
Norfolk State -4.5 -120U 145.5 -110-225

Howard vs Norfolk State Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Norfolk State will win this college basketball game with 68.3% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

Howard vs Norfolk State Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Howard will cover the spread with 53.1% confidence for today’s game.


Bet now on Norfolk State vs Howard and all games with BetMGM


  • Howard has hit the Game Total Over in 11 of their last 16 away games (+6.60 Units / 38% ROI)
  • Howard has hit the Moneyline in 5 of their last 7 away games (+3.20 Units / 24% ROI)
  • Howard has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 10 of their last 16 away games (+3.15 Units / 17% ROI)
  • Howard have covered the 1H Spread in 17 of their last 32 games (+2.00 Units / 5% ROI)
  • Howard has hit the Team Total Over in 9 of their last 16 away games (+0.95 Units / 5% ROI)
  • Norfolk State has hit the Moneyline in 19 of their last 28 games (+14.90 Units / 18% ROI)
  • Norfolk State has hit the 1H Moneyline in 18 of their last 29 games (+6.70 Units / 11% ROI)
  • Norfolk State has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 17 of their last 29 games (+4.60 Units / 14% ROI)
  • Norfolk State has hit the Game Total Under in 17 of their last 29 games (+3.80 Units / 12% ROI)
  • Norfolk State has hit the Team Total Under in 6 of their last 11 games at home (+0.25 Units / 2% ROI)

Howard Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Howard has a 10-16 record against the spread this college basketball season (-7.6 Units / -24.6% ROI).

  • 12-14 when betting on the Moneyline for -8.25 Units / -13.48% ROI
  • 17-10 when betting the Over for +6 Units / 19.48% ROI
  • 10-17 when betting the Under for -8.7 Units / -28.25% ROI

Norfolk State Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Norfolk State has a 11-15 record against the spread this college basketball season (-5.5 Units / -19.23% ROI).

  • 17-8 when betting on the Moneyline for +14.25 Units / 19.37% ROI
  • 11-15 when betting the Over for -5.5 Units / -19.23% ROI
  • 15-11 when betting the Under for +2.9 Units / 10.14% ROI

Howard Offensive Stats & Trends:

Howard has averaged 15.3 turnovers per game (889 turnovers/58 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — highest among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 12.1

Howard is shooting 37% from three (462/1,253) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 33%

Howard has made 7.8 three-pointers per game this season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 6.0

Howard has 889 turnovers since the start of the 2022-23 season — most among MEAC Teams

Norfolk State Offensive Stats & Trends:

Norfolk State has averaged 12.2 turnovers per game (685 turnovers/56 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 14.3

Norfolk State has averaged 1.33 points per shot (4,215 points/3,173 shots) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 1.22

Norfolk State is shooting 46% (1,470/3,173) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 44%

Norfolk State is shooting 74% from the free throw line (899/1,213) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 71%

Howard Defensive Stats & Trends:

Howard has averaged 24.1 defensive rebounds per game (554 rebounds/23 games) this season — best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 22.8

Howard has averaged 23.4 defensive rebounds per game (1,360 rebounds/58 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 2nd best among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 22.5

Howard has allowed opponents to shoot 44% (604/1,382) this season — 3rd best among MEAC Teams ; League Avg: 44%

Howard has allowed 7.2 made three-pointers per game since the start of the 2022-23 season — 4th highest among MEAC Teams ; League Avg: 7.5

Norfolk State Defensive Stats & Trends:

Norfolk State has 204 steals this season — most among MEAC Teams

Norfolk State has averaged 7.8 steals per game (438 steals/56 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 31st best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 6.6

Norfolk State has averaged 8.9 steals per game (204 steals/23 games) this season — tied for 17th best among Division 1 Teams; League Avg: 6.8

Norfolk State has averaged 7.8 steals per game (438 steals/56 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 4th lowest among MEAC Teams; League Avg: 7.9


Bet now on Norfolk State vs Howard and all games with BetMGM


College Basketball Betting at BetMGM

At the best online sportsbook, you can bet on updated college basketball betting odds, including parlays and live sports betting. The best online sports betting and mobile sports betting (with the BetMGM Sportsbook app) experiences are at BetMGM.

Log in to your account now for updated sportsbook promos in your state. If you donโ€™t have an account, check out BetMGMโ€™s welcome offer.

betmgm-nco-jamie-foxx
About the Author

BetMGM Betting

Read More @BETMGM

Our BetMGM betting authors are experts who focus on individual game matchups & player prop bets with an emphasis on betting odds, lines & predictions.

Our BetMGM betting authors are experts who focus on individual game matchups & player prop bets with an emphasis on betting odds, lines & predictions.