WASHINGTON — In an exciting matchup on Saturday evening, Marcus Dockery led the charge for Howard University, scoring 21 points as they secured an 82-78 victory against North Carolina Central.
Dockery displayed impressive shooting, hitting 9 out of 13 attempts from the field, which included a solid 3 for 5 from beyond the arc. The Bison, improving their record to 9-14 overall and 4-2 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, saw Blake Harper contribute 18 points with an 8 of 16 shooting performance, although he struggled at the free-throw line, making just 1 of 5. Anwar Gill notched 12 points, going 3 for 5 from the field and excelling at the charity stripe by hitting 6 of 7 attempts. This win was particularly significant, as it snapped a frustrating five-game losing streak for the Bison.
On the opposing side, North Carolina Central’s Po’Boigh King was a standout for the Eagles, scoring 16 points. Keishon Porter added 15 points and made a couple of steals, further contributing to his team’s efforts. Kelechi Okworogwo rounded out the Eagles’ scoring with 13 points and two steals, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win, leaving North Carolina Central with a record of 10-14 and 3-4 in conference play.
The match showcased thrilling moments and strong performances from both teams, demonstrating the competitive spirit of the league as the Bison looked to build on their hard-fought victory.