NORFOLK, Va. (AP) Joe Bryant Jr. had 27 points as Norfolk State Spartans won its 11th straight home game, romping past Howard Bison 83-61 on Thursday night.

Kris Bankston had 15 points for Norfolk State (21-6, 12-2 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference). Jalen Hawkins added 13 points. Christian Ings had 11 points.

Steve Settle III had 15 points for the Bison (16-12, 9-5). Elijah Hawkins added 11 points. Khalil Robinson also had 11 points.

The Spartans improve to 2-0 against the Bison on the season. Norfolk State defeated Howard 77-74 on Jan. 15.

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