Monday College basketball Raw.

• ?Pick: Nicholls -1.5
• ?Analysis: Nicholls has hit the Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 away games.

• ?Pick: Long Island -9.5
• ?Analysis: Long Island is 8-1 at home. They won by 10 in the last meeting despite shooting only 1-12 from 3-pointers.

Norfolk St vs. MD Eastern

?Pick: Norfolk -1.5

?Analysis: UMES has struggled with ball security, averaging over 15 turnovers per game during their current losing streak.

?Howard vs. Delaware St.

?Pick: Howard -10.5

?Key Stats:

?Delaware State struggles with offensive efficiency (359th in FG%).

?Howard leads the MEAC in rebounding margin with a 72.1% DRB%.

?Howard ranks 18th nationally in turnovers forced per game, while Delaware State averages nearly 18 turnovers per game.

?The Situation: A formula score of 73.2 suggests Howard will use extra possessions to build a lead and then salt the game away at the free-throw line, where they are significantly more aggressive.

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It looks like the spreads have stay the same, but Long Island has gone up 1 point.

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Norfolk State vs. Maryland Eastern Shore

?Injury Note: No new major injuries reported for either side.

?Momentum: Norfolk State is coming off a gritty 75–68 win over NC Central. They are leaning heavily on their free-throw shooting (77.8% in their last game).  

?The Trend: UMES has won four straight home games, making the +1.5 spread for the Hawks a popular "Home Dog" look. However, they allowed Morgan State to shoot 45.8% in their last outing, which plays into Norfolk’s efficiency.  

Nicholls vs. Houston Christian

?Injury/Roster Note: Nicholls played a tight 7-man rotation in their last game. Watch for fatigue if the pace accelerates.

?Momentum: Nicholls is red hot, coming off a season-high 61% field goal percentage in their win over UIW.  

?The Trend: This game is priced as a coin flip (-0.5 to -1.5). HCU is coming off a "Sharp Gym thriller" where they beat UNO on a last-second runner by D'Aundre Samuels. Both teams are riding high emotional wins from Saturday

.  ?Long Island (LIU) vs. Wagner

?Injury Note: LIU reports no new injuries; Wagner's roster remains stable but thin.  

?Momentum: LIU is a heavy home favorite (-9.5) and has won seven straight at home.  

?The Trend: Despite the winning streak, LIU is winless (0-3) against the spread this season when favored by 9.5 or more. Wagner has a 3-2 ATS record when they are double-digit underdogs, suggesting this could be a "backdoor cover" spot.  

Howard vs. Delaware State

?Injury Note: Howard's Cedric Taylor III is fully active and "on a tear," having hit 28 consecutive free throws without a miss.  

?Momentum: Howard just dismantled UMES 79–53. They are playing elite team defense, committing only 8 turnovers in their last game while recording 22 assists.  

?The Trend: Delaware State is struggling, having lost three in a row and 9 of their last 10. Howard is a massive -10.5 to -11.5 road favorite, which is rare for a MEAC road game. The "Safety" here is Howard's rebounding—they won their last rebounding battle 36–26.  

Nicholls vs. Houston Christian (HCU)

Coaching Insight: Coach Tevon Saddler’s Nicholls squad is currently in a three-way tie for third in the Southland. They have a 12-game winning streak against HCU, but HCU has historically played them tough on this specific date (February 16).  

Howard vs. Delaware State

?Coach's Focus: Howard coach Kenneth Blakeney is emphasizing "striking distance" of first place in the MEAC. The Bison are looking to repeat their dominant 84–58 win over the Hornets from earlier this season.

?Roster Update: Cedric Taylor III is the name in every local Dover and D.C. paper today. He is averaging 20.2 PPG over his last 10 games and is currently the most efficient scorer in the MEAC.  

?Injury/Availability: Howard’s core (Harris, Okojie, Gillus) are all confirmed probable starters. Delaware State is leaning on Dean Shepherd, who provided 16 points off the bench in their last outing and may see an increased role today

.  ?Long Island (LIU) vs. Wagner

?The Rematch: These teams just played on Thursday (Feb 12), where LIU won 67–57. Local Staten Island reports noted that Wagner actually led by 7 late in the first half before LIU's Jomo Goings took over (26 points).  

?Local News Alert: LIU is celebrating NY Knicks Alumni Night tonight, honoring legend Bernard King. This typically results in a sell-out crowd at the Steinberg Wellness Center, which bolsters LIU’s already strong 8-1 home record.

?Wagner Update: Junior Nick Jones is the primary concern for LIU’s defense; he has been averaging 16.4 PPG over the last 10 games and recorded 6 steals in the last meeting.  

Norfolk State vs. MD Eastern Shore (UMES)

?Local "Sweep" Hype: Norfolk State is coming off a weekend sweep of Delaware State and is looking to maintain their momentum.

?Coaching Note: Coaches are wary of UMES’s home defense at the Hytche Center, which has historically been a "trap" for top-tier MEAC teams. UMES has struggled with ball security (15+ TOs), but they play significantly more physical basketball at home.

?Injury Note: No new scratches for the Spartans; they are expected to start their standard veteran lineup.

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