The Hampton Pirates (18-9) will attempt to keep their five-game winning streak alive when they meet the Norfolk State Spartans (15-15) at Echols Hall. Action begins at 8:00 pm ET on Thursday, Mar. 3.
The Spartans enter this game hoping for similar success after dismantling Howard 84-66 on Monday. Jordan Butler was a key piece with 18 points, seven rebounds, and three blocks. The Pirates, meanwhile, are coming off a 79-65 win against Delaware State on Monday. Quinton Chievous claimed his 11th double-double of the season with 29 points and 14 rebounds.
Chievous has been hot for the Pirates, averaging 18.4 points, 14.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 0.6 steals over the past five games.
This is the second game of the season between these two teams, with the Pirates winning the first matchup 86-76. In the victory, Reginald Johnson led all scorers on the team with 29 points.
Notes
Norfolk State won its last game by an 18-point margin. In games decided by a margin of 18 points or more, Hampton is 2-4. Norfolk State is 5-4 in blowouts this season.
Norfolk State has an average field goal percentage of 42.6%. Hampton is a losing 3-7 when opponents have a similar or higher field goal percentage.
On average, Norfolk State attempts 20.0 three pointers and Hampton attempts 21.0. In games where they have 20 or more three point attempts, the Norfolk State Spartans are 9-8 while the Hampton Pirates have a solid 12-7 record.
The Hampton Pirates average 42.1 rebounds per game and are ranked fifth. The Norfolk State Spartans average 35.0 rebounds per game, ranked 238th.
When it comes to offensive rebounds, Hampton ranks eighth. Norfolk State ranks 291st in defensive rebounds.
On average, Norfolk State forces a turnover rate of 19.1%. When Hampton turns over the ball at a similar or higher rate, the team has a dazzling 10-2 record.
