NORFOLK, Va. - The Howard Bison will open MEAC conference play against the North Carolina Central Eagles in an ESPN televised men’s basketball game this weekend as a part of the conference’s 2023-24 televised schedule. 

The Howard at North Carolina Central matchup will tip off at 12:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 6, on ESPNU. The Eagles are 13-5 in the all-time series and are coming into this game riding a 68-60 win on Feb. 25, 2023.