Elon takes its season-opening momentum to Washington, D.C., for a Friday matchup with Howard. The Phoenix are coming off an 84-50 win over UNC Pembroke, while Howard holds a 2-1 advantage in the teams’ series.

By the Numbers
  • Tipoff: Friday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. ET.
  • Elon beat UNC Pembroke, 84-50, in its season opener.
  • Howard leads the series, 2-1, and won the latest meeting, 56-46.
Yes, But

Elon’s strong opener offers an early boost, but Howard won the teams’ most recent matchup at Elon last season. The Phoenix will need to reverse that result on the road.

State of Play
  • LaNae’ Corbett led Elon with 25 points in the opener; three other Phoenix scored in double figures.
  • Elon was picked second in the CAA preseason poll and returns nine players from last season’s roster.
What’s Next

Elon faces Howard at Burr Gymnasium, with the game available on the MEAC Network and live stats provided by Sidearm Stats.

Bottom Line

The road test gives Elon an early chance to measure its preseason promise against a familiar opponent that has recently had the upper hand.