At halftime, Samford leads The Citadel 39-37 in a closely contested NCAA basketball game. Samford aims to bounce back from a recent setback and improve their record to 26-5, while The Citadel seeks a turnaround from their 11-20 record. The game is scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 3 p.m. ET at the Pete Hanna Center in Homewood, Alabama.

The Big Picture

Samford holds a strong historical advantage over The Citadel with an 8-2 record since January 2019. The Bulldogs are favored to win by 15 points, looking to extend their 17-game home winning streak as The Citadel grapples with eight consecutive road losses.

By the Numbers
  • Samford leads at halftime 39-37
  • Samford favored to win by 15 points
State of Play
  • Samford has won 8 of their last 10 games against The Citadel
  • This will be the seventh game Samford plays as favorites, with a 3-2 record over this stretch
What's Next

The outcome of the game will determine whether Samford extends their dominance over The Citadel or if the Bulldogs manage to turn the tables. Stay tuned for the final result.

Bottom Line

Samford faces The Citadel in a pivotal matchup where a win could solidify their position, while The Citadel seeks to defy the odds and secure a critical victory.