Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Chicago State Cougars Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Chicago State vs Central Connecticut State NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in New Britain.

Chicago State vs Central Connecticut State Prediction

Planning on watching today's Cougars and Blue Devils game? Catch the action at William H. Detrick Gymnasium in New Britain, CT, as the Blue Devils hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on NEC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 127.5 points, and Central Connecticut State is favored by -16.5 to win at home against Chicago State.

Chicago State vs. Central Connecticut State Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Chicago State Cougars at Central Connecticut State Blue Devils
Where: New Britain at William H. Detrick Gymnasium
Date: Sunday, January 26th
Betting Odds CENCON -16.5, CHIST +1200 | CENCON -3000 O/U 127.5

Cougars Preview: Do the Cougars Stand a Chance on the Road?

Chicago State Cougars Recent Game/Games

Chicago State's season continued its rough trajectory with a 75-73 loss to Stonehill on Friday, dropping their record to 2-19. Despite being +10 point underdogs, the Cougars kept it close and covered the spread.

After trailing 35-29 at halftime, Chicago State put up 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 40. The total points for the game hit 148, surpassing the O/U line of 132.5.

Cougars Offense Breakdown

In their last game, Chicago State put up 73 points, shooting 48.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 53.6%. They hit 40% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 15 attempts, and made 72.2% of their free throws (13/18). The Cougars managed just 6 offensive rebounds and recorded 7 assists as a team.

Gabe Spinelli led the way with 25 points, shooting 68.8% overall and 75% from three (3/4). Jalen Forrest added 23 points, hitting 8 of 10 shots, including 1 of 2 from deep. Louie Semona contributed 21 points, shooting 58.3% from the field and 40% from three (2/5).

Cougars Team Defense

Chicago State's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 75 points on 52% shooting from the field. They allowed their opponent to connect on 65% of their two-point attempts, with 21 made shots from inside the arc.

From three-point range, Chicago State's defense allowed 8 threes on 23 attempts, a 34% shooting performance. They also sent the opposing team to the line 17 times, where they converted 9 free throws (52%). Chicago State gave up 8 offensive rebounds.

Blue Devils Preview: Will the Blue Devils Make it Happen at Home?

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recent Game/Games

Central Connecticut State improved to 11-6 on the season with a 93-70 road win over Le Moyne on Friday. The Blue Devils entered the game as -6.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the combined 163 points exceeded the over/under line of 136.5.

Central Connecticut State led 45-33 at halftime and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Le Moyne 48-37 to secure the win.

Blue Devils Offense Breakdown

Central Connecticut State's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 93 points with a field goal percentage of 55.4% and an effective field goal percentage of 64.6%. They connected on 11 of 21 three-point attempts, shooting 52.4% from deep, and were perfect from the free-throw line, hitting all 10 of their attempts.

The Blue Devils dished out 20 assists, with AJ Dancler leading the way with 7 assists to go along with his 18 points. Devin Haid contributed 20 points, shooting 66.7% from the field, while Robby Carmody knocked down 5 of 8 threes, finishing with 15 points. Abdul Momoh added 14 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the win.

Blue Devils Team Defense

Central Connecticut State gave up 70 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 40% from the field. The Blue Devils allowed 13 two-point baskets on 28 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.

From beyond the arc, Central Connecticut State's defense saw their opponents hit 13 threes on 36 attempts, a 36% clip. They sent the other team to the line 9 times, where they made 5 free throws, shooting 55%. The Blue Devils gave up 8 offensive rebounds.

Cougars vs Blue Devils Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

When looking at their past five road matchups, Chicago State has an ATS record of 2-3 while averaging 59 per game. The team went 1-4 overall in these games.
In their last three home games, Central Connecticut State has averaged 75 points per game while allowing 60. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 3-0 vs. the spread.
Looking back on the team's last ten games as the underdog, the Cougars have a straight up record of 2-8. Their record vs the spread in these games was 5-5.
The last ten games that Central Connecticut State was favored, they have an ATS mark of 7-3 while going 8-2 straight up.