Morgan State Extends Home Win Streak Against North Carolina Central

On Monday evening, the Morgan State Bears will host the North Carolina Central Eagles in Baltimore. This matchup marks a crucial moment as the Bears look to extend their home win streak to four games.

Morgan State vs. North Carolina Central: Game Overview

The game is set for 6 p.m. EST. Currently, North Carolina Central holds a record of 6-11 and is undefeated in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) with a 2-0 record. Meanwhile, Morgan State stands at 4-12 this season and has a 1-1 record in MEAC play.

Statistics and Performance Insights

In terms of home performance, Morgan State has achieved a record of 4-4 at their home venue. They are ranked seventh in the MEAC for offensive rebounds, averaging 8.2 per game, with Christian Meeks leading the team at 2.3 rebounds per game. The Bears are shooting 41.5% from the field, which is lower than the 45.9% their opponents, North Carolina Central, allow.

North Carolina Central excels with an average of 14.8 assists per game, the highest in the MEAC. Dionte Johnson leads the Eagles in assists, contributing 5.6 per game. Additionally, the Eagles average 6.1 made three-pointers per game, slightly below the 7.3 that Morgan State allows their opponents.

Player Highlights

• Alfred Worrell Jr.: Averaging 15 points per game for the Bears.
• Rob Lawson: Scoring 13.5 points over the last 10 games.
• Gage Lattimore: A standout for the Eagles, averaging 18.7 points and 3.8 rebounds per game.
• Jae Slack: Contributing 1.0 made three-pointers per game over the last 10 games.

Recent Performance Metrics

In their last ten games, the Morgan State Bears have recorded a 3-7 record, averaging 65.9 points, 26.1 rebounds, and 12.0 assists per game while shooting 40.4% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 78.2 points during this stretch.

Conversely, the North Carolina Central Eagles have a 4-6 record in their last ten matchups. They have averaged 75.1 points, 30.3 rebounds, and a substantial 14.9 assists per game while achieving a shooting percentage of 45.3%. Their opponents’ scoring closely mirrors their own, averaging 75.2 points.

Conclusion

This matchup is highly anticipated as both teams seek to solidify their standing in the conference. As the Bears aim to continue their home winning streak against the Eagles, fans can expect an exciting game filled with competitive play.