Howard faces Hampton on Saturday in game two of the CBS Sports Classic: HBCU Showcase doubleheader on CBS. This weekend’s matchup will mark the 95th all-time matchup between the programs, with Hampton leading the series 63-31. Hampton has won 12 of the last 13 home games.
Howard is coming off a close loss to Drexel in their last game and won their last two games before suffering a 68-65 loss. The Bison were on a four-game losing streak before defeating Virginia-Lynchburg in resounding fashion earlier this month.
Hampton has won five of its last six games after starting the season with a 2-4 record. The Pirates beat Loyola Maryland in their last game earlier this month.
Here’s everything you need to know about Howard’s game against Hampton this weekend.
How to watch Howard vs. Hampton live
Date: Saturday December 28 | Time: 4 p.m. ET
Location: Corbett Sports Center — Greensboro, North Carolina
TV: CBS | Live broadcast: CBSSports.com, CBS Sports app (Free)
Broadcast on Paramount+ with Showtime (Try it for free)
Howard vs. Hampton Prediction, Picks
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Hampton has been on a hot streak lately. After starting the season 2-4, the Pirates have won five of their last six games. It’s a rivalry that Hampton has historically dominated. This should continue this weekend in the basketball version of the “Battle of the Real HU”. Pick: Hampton -3.5
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