Delaware State Hornets Face Tough Test Against Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks Tonight

DOVER, Delaware — The Delaware State Hornets are set to host the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks tonight at 7:30 p.m. EST, looking to build on their strong home record as they aim for a victory in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC).

With a record of 15-13 (7-6 MEAC), the Hornets have been dominant at home, winning 10 of their last 12 games at Memorial Hall. In their most recent outing, Delaware State fell to North Carolina Central, where a standout performance from a Hornets player scoring 34 points was not enough to secure a win.

The Hornets lead the MEAC in scoring, averaging 78.9 points per game on 45.8% shooting. They will look to capitalize on their offensive prowess against a struggling Hawks team that has allowed an average of 77.9 points to their opponents this season.

The Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks come into the matchup with a dismal 6-23 (2-11 MEAC) record. They have struggled significantly in conference play, with an overall average of just 67.3 points per game, coupled with a 40.4% shooting percentage.

Delaware State’s defensive metrics suggest that tonight’s game may be a high-scoring affair. The Hornets allow 74.4 points per game, while the Hawks have been outscored by an average of 10.6 points across their season.

Key players for tonight include Delaware State’s Smith, who is averaging 18.0 points while shooting 42.3% from the field. His recent form includes a whopping 17.7 points per game over the last 10 contests. For the Hawks, their leading scorer has been averaging 18 points, alongside 5.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game.

The Hornets enter the game with a 7-3 record in their last 10 matchups, averaging 87.9 points and maintaining a solid 48.3% shooting accuracy. Conversely, the Hawks are 2-8 in their last 10 games, with a disappointing average of 64.8 points.

This matchup presents an opportunity for Delaware State to solidify their standing in the MEAC, while Maryland-Eastern Shore will be looking to turn around their season before the conference playoffs. The Hawks must step up defensively if they hope to challenge Delaware State’s high-octane offense.

As the teams prepare to tip off, fans can expect a compelling contest filled with both pressure and potential, highlighting the contrasting trajectories of both programs this season.