NORFOLK, Va. (Interstat) — A tight Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference race brings renewed urgency to Saturday’s rematch between Norfolk State and Delaware State at Echols Hall. The Spartans (11-14, 4-4 MEAC) look to build momentum after a 75-68 home win over North Carolina Central on Feb. 7, a victory fueled by a career-high 28 points from guard Elijah Jamison. The sophomore has been a consistent offensive catalyst, averaging 15.4 points over his last five games. Norfolk State’s conference record keeps them in the hunt, but consistency has been elusive, as seen in a 60-88 loss at Howard on Jan. 31. Delaware State (6-16, 2-6) arrives seeking to snap a two-game skid and avenge a 66-64 home loss to these same Spartans on Jan. 10. The Hornets are led by forward Miles Webb, who is coming off a 21-point performance in a 63-72 loss at North Carolina Central on Monday. Webb’s scoring has varied, but his 33-minute average in recent contests underscores his importance to a team struggling to find wins away from home. The January meeting, a two-point Norfolk State victory, suggests another close contest. In that game, the Spartans edged the Hornets despite Delaware State holding a halftime lead. Replicating that defensive effort will be key for Norfolk State, which has shown a high-powered offense at times, including a 103-point outing against Coppin State. For Delaware State, limiting turnovers and finding secondary scoring behind Webb will be critical. Ponce James, who had 17 points in the last outing, will need to contribute again. The Hornets have lost four of their last five, with their lone win in that stretch a 65-57 victory over Maryland-Eastern Shore. The matchup features two of the MEAC’s top individual talents in Jamison and Webb, whose performances could dictate the tempo. A Norfolk State win would solidify its position in the upper half of the conference standings, while a Delaware State upset would provide a crucial boost for the Hornets’ late-season aspirations. Tipoff is set for Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, at Echols Hall.