FINAL
January 3, 2026 β’ Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center
NCAAB PREVIEW β’ January 3, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Howard Bison meets South Carolina State Bulldogs at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center.
Howard Bison
Visiting Side
South Carolina State Bulldogs
Home Side
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
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Howard Bison
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South Carolina State Bulldogs
Projected Score
HOW 78
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SOU 82
Data Confidence
Low
Data Used
0 of 4 categories
- Insufficient data to confidently project a winner.
Howard Bison
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South Carolina State Bulldogs
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host South Carolina State Bulldogs plays on familiar turf at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Howard Bison Could Win
Howard Bison generates 77.8 points per game while shooting 45.9%.
Why South Carolina State Bulldogs Could Win
South Carolina State Bulldogs produces 72.8 points per game on - shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Howard Bison's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
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Roster Information Unavailable
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Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Howard Bison (50.0%)
South Carolina State Bulldogs (50.0%)
Total Submissions: 0 circles
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