As the college basketball season heats up, Hampton and North Carolina A&T are two teams in dire need of a quality win to boost their tournament hopes. Both squads are currently on a three-game losing streak, and a victory on January 19 at the Convocation Center could be a much-needed shot in the arm. With Hampton holding a slight edge in the NET rankings (243 to North Carolina A&T's 259), this Quad 4 matchup may not seem like a resume-builder at first glance. However, a win would help Hampton improve its 0-1 Q1 and 0-1 Q2 records, while North Carolina A&T is still searching for its first Q2 win.
The CHD Scout prediction favors Hampton by 4.8 points, with a 67.2% win probability, likely due to the Pirates' home-court advantage. Hampton has been struggling to find its footing lately, but its offense has shown flashes of brilliance. Meanwhile, North Carolina A&T has been inconsistent on both ends of the floor, making it difficult to predict which team will show up on game day.
CHD Scout Prediction
North Carolina A&T
70
Hampton
75
With neither team boasting a player on a hot streak, this matchup will likely come down to which squad can execute its game plan more effectively. Hampton's ability to defend its home turf will be put to the test, and if it can contain North Carolina A&T's offense, it should be able to eke out a win. I predict Hampton will take this one, 75-70, thanks to its home-court advantage and slight edge in overall talent. The Pirates desperately need a win to break their slump, and I think they'll find a way to get it done against their CAA foes.