Central Arkansas Bears Defeat Lipscomb Bisons 86-78
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Allen Arena
Central Arkansas Bears 86, Lipscomb Bisons 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Central Arkansas Bears vs Lipscomb Bisons?
Central Arkansas Bears beat Lipscomb Bisons 86-78 at Allen Arena on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Central Arkansas Bears vs Lipscomb Bisons?
Lipscomb Bisons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Central Arkansas Bears overcame the Lipscomb Bisons with a final score of 86-78 at Allen Arena. This victory marks a continuation of Central Arkansas's impressive form, extending their winning streak to six games. The Bears showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 84.8 points over their last ten games, while Lipscomb has struggled recently, losing their last game to Austin Peay and now facing a one-game losing streak.
Central Arkansas entered the game with a record of 14-10, while Lipscomb held a record of 15-10. The Bears' recent performance has been notable, as they have won eight of their last ten games, with their last five games yielding an average of 91.0 points scored and 73.0 points allowed. In contrast, Lipscomb's last ten games resulted in a record of 7-3, with an average of 81.8 points scored and 78.7 points allowed. The Bisons have been solid at home with a 5-0 record, but their away performance has been less impressive, going 2-3 in recent away games.
In their previous meetings, Central Arkansas had a perfect record against Lipscomb, winning all three encounters in the 2025 season. The Bears defeated the Bisons 84-66 at home, 78-60 at home, and 68-55 away. This history likely added pressure on Lipscomb as they faced a well-matched opponent with a strong track record.
The game featured a competitive atmosphere, with both teams looking to assert their dominance. The odds from DraftKings reflected the tight competition, with Lipscomb favored by 3.5 points. The total points line was set at 155.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of key players was critical in determining the outcome. Central Arkansas's scoring was led by a strong team effort, while Lipscomb struggled to maintain pace, particularly in the second half.
The conditions at Allen Arena were conducive for a basketball showdown, with fans in attendance likely contributing to the electric atmosphere. As the game progressed, Central Arkansas capitalized on key moments, including a pivotal layup by Cole McCormick and a crucial three-pointer from Grant Asman, to pull away in the final minutes.
Overall, this game was a testament to Central Arkansas's current form and ability to perform under pressure, while Lipscomb will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIP -3.5 | 155.5 o -108 / u -112 | Central Arkansas Bears +154 · Lipscomb Bisons -185 |
Leaders
- PointsGrant Asman25Lipscomb Bisons
- AssistsMateo Esmeraldo9Lipscomb Bisons
- ReboundsMateo Esmeraldo8Lipscomb Bisons
- PointsCamren Hunter32Central Arkansas Bears
- AssistsLuke Moore4Central Arkansas Bears
- ReboundsTy Robinson13Central Arkansas Bears
Recent form
Lipscomb Bisons
Last 10: 7-3Streak L181.8 scored · 78.7 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L76-87at Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 5
- W100-94at North Florida OspreysJan 31
- L65-70at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 30
- W86-71vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 23
- W79-74vs Stetson HattersJan 22
- W82-78vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 18
- W81-71vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 16
- W84-77at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 10
- L83-91at Stetson HattersJan 9
- W82-74vs North Florida OspreysJan 3
Central Arkansas Bears
Last 10: 8-2Streak W684.8 scored · 74.4 allowed per game2-2 away
- W81-60vs North Alabama LionsFeb 5
- W90-81vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 31
- W100-90at Queens University RoyalsJan 29
- W86-65at West Georgia WolvesJan 22
- W98-69vs North Florida OspreysJan 17
- W62-60vs Jacksonville DolphinsJan 16
- L75-79at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 10
- L78-84at Bellarmine KnightsJan 9
- W93-73vs Stetson HattersJan 3
- W85-83vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Central Arkansas Bears | Lipscomb Bisons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-67 | 25-55 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 9-27 | 13-33 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 39 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 15-22 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 25 |
| Assists | 11 | 20 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 28 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 24 |
| Fouls | 17 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-41Camren Hunter makes 2-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-41Cole McCormick makes 1-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-44Ross Candelino makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-44Luke Moore makes layup
- 2nd Half62-46Kennedy Okpara makes 2-foot jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
- 2nd Half62-49Ross Candelino makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
- 2nd Half62-50Cole Middleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-52Cole Middleton makes layup (Kellan Boylan assists)
- 2nd Half62-53Cole Middleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-54Kellan Boylan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-55Kellan Boylan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Grant Asman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cole Middleton assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Camren Hunter makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half65-61Grant Asman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
- 2nd Half67-61Cole McCormick makes layup
- 2nd Half68-61Luke Moore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-63Grant Asman makes layup
- 2nd Half70-63Ty Robinson makes 3-foot jumper (Luke Moore assists)
- 2nd Half71-63Malchiah Marable makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Malchiah Marable makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-64Charlie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-64Camren Hunter makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-65Or Ashkenazi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Or Ashkenazi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-66Camren Hunter makes layup
- 2nd Half78-66Cole McCormick makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half79-66Cole McCormick makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half79-69Ross Candelino makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
- 2nd Half79-70Ross Candelino makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-71Ross Candelino makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-72Kellan Boylan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Kellan Boylan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-73Cole McCormick makes layup
- 2nd Half82-73Camren Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-76Grant Asman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
- 2nd Half83-76Ty Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-76Ty Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-78Mateo Esmeraldo makes layup (Ethan Duncan assists)
- 2nd Half85-78Camren Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-78Camren Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lipscomb Bisons, below favours Central Arkansas Bears.
Venue
- Allen ArenaNashville, TN
- Attendance1147
- OfficialsAdam James, Drew Ransdell, Derek Henry
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