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The Delaware State Hornets men’s basketball team traveled to Durham, North Carolina, on Monday to face off against the North Carolina Central Eagles in a pivotal Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) matchup. This contest serves as a critical opportunity for Delaware State to snap a challenging five-game road losing streak that has hampered their momentum in conference play. Entering the game as the underdog, the Hornets are desperate to secure a victory away from home to improve their standings and regain confidence for the remainder of the season. The Hornets' recent struggles on the road have been characterized by offensive inconsistency and defensive lapses during the final minutes of play. Throughout this current five-game skid, the team has struggled to maintain composure in hostile environments, leading to a series of narrow defeats and lopsided losses. Head coach Stan Waterman has emphasized the need for better ball security and more disciplined perimeter defense if the team hopes to overcome an Eagles squad that is notoriously difficult to beat on their home court at McDougald-McLendon Arena. North Carolina Central enters the matchup with the home-court advantage and a reputation for high-pressure defensive play. The Eagles have historically dominated this rivalry, leveraging their athletic backcourt to force turnovers and transition into fast-break opportunities. For Delaware State to be successful, they will rely heavily on their lead scorers to handle the pressure and find rhythm early in the game, as falling into an early deficit has been a recurring theme during their recent road struggles. This game holds significant weight for the MEAC tournament seedings, as both programs look to establish dominance in the middle of the conference pack. A win for Delaware State would not only break their drought but also provide the psychological breakthrough needed to prove they can compete outside of Dover. Conversely, North Carolina Central looks to capitalize on the Hornets' travel fatigue to fortify their own position at the top of the conference standings.