Hawkins scores 17 to lift Howard over NC Central 77-67
WASHINGTON -- — Elijah Hawkins registered 17 points as Howard topped North Carolina Central 77-67 on Saturday.
Kyle Foster had 15 points and six rebounds for Howard (15-11, 8-4 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference). Randall Brumant added 11 points. Khalil Robinson also had 11 points.
Eric Boone tied a career high with 29 points for the Eagles (14-13, 8-4). Kris Monroe added 13 points and nine rebounds. Marque Maultsby had 10 points.
The Bison improve to 2-0 against the Eagles this season. Howard defeated North Carolina Central 75-74 on Jan. 29.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Everett Summers
- Mel Chettum
- Antoine Dawkins
2022-23 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard | 11-3 | - | 22-13 |
| North Carolina Central | 10-4 | 1 | 18-12 |
| Norfolk State | 9-5 | 2 | 22-11 |
| Maryland-Eastern Shore | 9-5 | 2 | 18-13 |
| Morgan State | 7-7 | 4 | 15-16 |
| Coppin State | 4-10 | 7 | 9-23 |
| Delaware State | 4-10 | 7 | 6-24 |
| South Carolina State | 2-12 | 9 | 5-26 |
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