Norfolk State vs Jackson State Picks and Predictions for Friday, December 19, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 12/19/2025, 01:15 AM ET

Norfolk State vs Jackson State Information

The Norfolk State Spartans will be on the road Friday with the 7:30 game in College Park, GA, against Jackson State Tigers. Norfolk State has struggled this season, coming into Friday with four wins in 11 games, having dropped four of the last five, including three in a row, after a 30-point road loss to Baylor in their previous outing. The Jackson State Tigers come into Friday as one of the worst teams in the country with just one win through 10 games played after losing 4 of the last 5, including three in a row, following a 40-point road loss to Northwestern. Stay in the action with our College Basketball Picks.

Norfolk State Preview

Offensively, Norfolk State has been mediocre this season, averaging 77.5 points on 47% shooting from the floor. Defensively, the Spartans have had some issues, allowing 72.7 points per game this season and 84.5 over their last four losses. Anthony McComb III leads Norfolk State this season, averaging 16.5 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. Elijah Jamison is second on the team, averaging 14.5 points to go along with a team-high 3.5 assists. Devon Ellis is third on the team, averaging 10.9 points in just under 26 minutes per game.

Jackson State Preview

The Jackson State Tigers are one of the worst offensive teams in the country, scoring 58 points per game on 35% shooting from the floor. Defensively, Jackson State is even worse, allowing 90 points per game this season through 10 games played. Daeshun Ruffin leads the Jackson State offense this season with 14.9 points and three assists per game. Jayme Mitchell Jr. is second on the team, averaging 12.4 points per game. Dorian McMillan is third on the roster, averaging 10.2 points to go along with the team-leading 3.9 rebounds per game.

Norfolk State vs Jackson State Prediction

Both teams have been bad all season, but Norfolk State is the better team in this matchup. Jackson State is one of the worst teams in the country and will continue to struggle on Friday. Take Norfolk State Friday night to do the work as they get the win and cover on the road against Jackson State. Final Score Prediction, Norfolk State Spartans win and cover 69-63. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Norfolk State with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on Jackson State by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Jackson State vs Norfolk State bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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