Howard defeats Delaware St 84-58
Delaware St 58 - Howard 84: A Dominant Statement Win
Last night, at the home venue of Burr Gymnasium, Howard University took down visiting Delaware State University with a resounding 26-point margin, securing a crucial conference victory in the process.
The game got off to a hot start for the hosts, as they jumped out to an early lead. By halftime, Howard's 38 points had given them a commanding 13-point advantage, 46-33. The home team continued to dominate in the second half, increasing their lead to its largest margin of 35 points at one point.
For Delaware State, Miles Webb led the charge with 19 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the sheer depth and quality of play displayed by Howard. The visitors struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 33% on 6-of-18 attempts. Conversely, Howard's Ose Okojie was nearly unstoppable from three-point range, connecting on 2-of-2 shots.
In terms of team statistics, both sides showed significant disparities. Howard shot an impressive 55.0% from the field, including a notable 63.2% mark on two-pointers. The home team also controlled the glass, grabbing 36 rebounds to Delaware State's 22. Meanwhile, the visitors struggled with turnovers, committing 15 to just 9 for Howard.
Ultimately, it was a clinical performance by Howard that led to their comfortable victory. With the win, they demonstrated a clear superiority over their conference peers and take an important step towards securing a strong season.