Coppin State Eagles vs Delaware State Hornets Betting Preview
Delaware State returns home Saturday looking to take advantage of a favorable MEAC matchup. The Hornets are 5-10 overall and have been far more reliable at Memorial Hall, where they hold a 4-2 record. You can follow live line movement and pricing throughout the day on the NCAA basketball odds page.
Coppin State enters at 2-15 and has struggled away from home, sitting 1-13 on the road. Scoring efficiency remains an issue, but the Eagles have shown stretches of competitiveness when games slow down.
Line Movement and Odds
Delaware State opened as a solid home favorite and currently sits at −9.5, with the market reflecting Coppin State’s road struggles. The Hornets are priced near −500 on the moneyline, while Coppin State returns around +375.
The total is set at 141.5, which sits well above both teams’ scoring averages. For similar conference setups and betting angles, the college basketball previews page offers useful context.
Matchup Breakdown
Coppin State’s path starts with keeping the game slow and physical. Khali Horton has shown he can score against stronger competition, and the Eagles rely heavily on two-point attempts rather than perimeter volume. Free throws matter in this spot, and Coppin State converts at a respectable rate for a team catching points.
Delaware State’s edge comes from defense and home energy. The Hornets generate nearly nine steals per game and force opponents into uncomfortable possessions. Miles Webb provides interior production, while Ponce James adds perimeter scoring. If Delaware State controls turnovers, the game tilts quickly.
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Injuries and Conditions
Coppin State
No major rotation injuries reported.
Full details: Coppin State team page
Delaware State
No significant absences entering Saturday.
Full details: Delaware State team page
This is an indoor game, so conditions will not affect pace or shooting.
Best Bets and Prediction
Both teams struggle to score efficiently, which keeps margins tighter than market perception. Delaware State should win, but Coppin State’s ability to grind possessions gives them a path to stay inside the number.
Projected Score: Delaware State 68, Coppin State 62
Best Bet: Coppin State +9.5
Secondary Lean: Under 141.5, given both teams’ offensive limitations
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