ncaab Game Recap
North Carolina Central Eagles vs Howard Bison Wrap - Howard Wins 71-67
Howard got 17 points from Elijah Hawkins as they ran past North Carolina Central 71-67 on Saturday at Burr Arena.
Howard got 16 points from Marcus Dockery and another 15 points from Shy Odom. Elijah Hawkins contributed 10 assists, while Steve Settle III cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
North Carolina Central got a 15-point performance from Brendan Medley-Bacon, who was supported by 14 points from Justin Wright. Eric Boone had 6 assists in a losing cause for North Carolina Central, while Justin Wright grabbed 7 rebounds.
Howard had a 29-20 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Howard takes its act home to face South Carolina State looking for another win. For North Carolina Central, they head on the road to face Norfolk State.