BOWIE, MD — The Bowie State men's basketball team (2-6) returns to action Saturday, Dec. 6, to take on Howard University (4-5). Tipoff is set for 6 p.m., inside Burr Gymnasium in Washington, D.C.

When: Saturday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. ET
Where: Burr Gymnasium (Washington, D.C.)
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The Series

• This is the second meeting between the two programs.
• Bowie State leads the series 1–0 after defeating HU, 76–73, on Jan. 15, 2025.

 Scouting Bowie State

• Bowie State spreads the scoring load, highlighted by Jaiden McGhee (18.0 ppg – fifth in the CIAA), Justin Morrisey (16.2), and sharpshooter Guy Fauntleroy (12.4 ppg – seventh in the CIAA in three-pointers made).
• The Bulldogs remain one of the league's strongest shot-blocking units, sitting third in the CIAA thanks to the frontcourt duo of Jamel Melvin (13 blocks) and Charles Thomas, III (12 blocks), both ranking inside the conference's top 10.
• McGhee also boosts BSU at the stripe, converting 74.3 percent of his free throws this season.
• Defensively, Bowie State leans on its activity, posting 8.4 steals and 4.5 blocks per contest.
• BSU features four players scoring in double figures, with Thomas III (10.9 ppg) adding to a lineup full of reliable offensive options.

Last Time Out
BSU fell 88-79 to Shippensburg on Wednesday night at A.C. Jordan Arena. The Bulldogs faced a 14-point deficit at the half but showed resilience after the break, outscoring the Raiders 43-38 and generating 22 fast-break points to spark their rally. McGhee led the charge with a season-high 29 points, keeping BSU within striking distance throughout the night.

McGhee opened the game with an early layup, but SU responded quickly and gained momentum behind Markus Frank and Jaydon Smith. A three-point play from Thomas, III helped trim the gap, though the Raiders closed the half on an 8-0 run to take a 50-36 lead into the break. Bowie State pushed back in the second half behind KJ West's all-around effort, highlighted by a fast-break finish that cut the deficit to seven. McGhee later knocked down a deep three with just over six minutes remaining, but Shippensburg held on at the free-throw line to secure the win.

Scouting Howard

• Howard enters the matchup with a 4–5 record, including home wins over District of Columbia, Alcorn, and St. Mary's (MD).
• The Bison average 77.6 points per game while allowing 73.7, holding a +3.9 scoring margin.
• Offensively, Howard shoots 45.5% from the field, 35.3% from three, and 70.9% at the free-throw line, averaging 17.3 made free throws per contest.
• HU collects 33.3 rebounds per game, led by Bryce Harris at 6.7 boards per outing.
• Harris also leads the Bison with 21.8 points per game, while Alex Cotton adds 11.6 points, and Travelle Bryson contributes 9.2 points, giving Howard multiple consistent scoring options.

Up Next
The Bulldogs will have a quick turnaround as they travel to battle California University (PA) on Monday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. inside the Convocation Center.

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