This pick was released to clients on March 14, 2026 at 9:42AM ET.
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NC Central vs. Howard

March 14, 2026
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It's the MEAC Championship Game. No. 3 seed NC Central is on a 4-1 SU/ATS run, winning straight-up twice as an underdog. It's their third game in three days, after upsetting Maryland-Eastern Shore (83-76) and beating Delaware State (59-53). They're fourth in the MEAC in field goal shooting (.441), third from the line (.725), and No. 1 in turnover margin (+2.90), while the defense is fourth in shooting allowed. NC Central is 4-1 ATS as a double-digit dog. No. 1 seed Howard also played yesterday, beating South Carolina State (78-61), with every starter playing over 31 minutes. Play NC Central.

2 units on NC Central +13 (-106) (risk 2 to return 3.89)
Result:
WIN
Final
1H
2H
F
NC Central Eagles
26
40
63
Howard Bison img
26
44
70
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