FINAL
January 17, 2026 β’ McDougald-McLendon Arena
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 17, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Howard Bison meets North Carolina Central Eagles at McDougald-McLendon Arena.
Howard Bison
Visiting Side
North Carolina Central Eagles
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
38%
Howard Bison
VS
62%
North Carolina Central Eagles
Projected Score
HOW 78
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NOR 80
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- North Carolina Central Eagles maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
Howard Bison
STAT
North Carolina Central Eagles
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host North Carolina Central Eagles plays on familiar turf at McDougald-McLendon Arena.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Howard Bison Could Win
Howard Bison generates 77.8 points per game while shooting 45.9%.
Why North Carolina Central Eagles Could Win
North Carolina Central Eagles produces 75.6 points per game on 47.3% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if North Carolina Central Eagles's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
McDougald-McLendon Arena
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
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Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Howard Bison (41.4%)
North Carolina Central Eagles (58.6%)
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