Central Arkansas Bears Defeat Stetson Hatters 88-76
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds Center
Central Arkansas Bears 88, Stetson Hatters 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Central Arkansas Bears vs Stetson Hatters?
Central Arkansas Bears beat Stetson Hatters 88-76 at Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds Center on February 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Central Arkansas Bears vs Stetson Hatters?
Central Arkansas Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup in the NCAAB, the Central Arkansas Bears secured an 88-76 victory over the Stetson Hatters at the Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds Center. The Bears, boasting an impressive away record of 18-10, extended their winning streak to ten games, showcasing their dominance on the court. In contrast, the Hatters fell to a 9-19 record, continuing their struggles this season.
The Bears have been in stellar form, winning their last ten games with an average of 83.8 points scored per game while allowing 70.6. Their recent performances include victories against teams like the West Georgia Wolves and Bellarmine Knights, demonstrating their offensive prowess and defensive resilience. In their last five games, they averaged 80.4 points while allowing 68.2, indicating a well-rounded team effort.
On the other hand, the Hatters have faced difficulties, recording a 3-7 mark in their last ten games. They have averaged 76.7 points scored per game but have allowed a concerning 80.2 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent results include a narrow loss to Florida Gulf Coast Eagles and a win against Jacksonville Dolphins, but they have struggled to maintain consistency.
In terms of home and away performance, the Bears have excelled with a 4-0 away record, while the Hatters have a mixed home record of 2-2. This game was crucial for both teams, but the Bears' ability to perform under pressure was evident as they maintained control throughout the match.
Historically, the Bears have had the upper hand in recent meetings, leading the head-to-head record 2-1 against the Hatters over the last two seasons. Their previous encounters included a significant win for the Bears earlier this season, where they defeated the Hatters 93-73, further establishing their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams suggests they were fielding their best available players for this critical matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Bears favored with a spread of 9.5 points, indicating confidence in their ability to win by a significant margin. The total points line was set at 149.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with a combined score of 164 points.
Conditions for the game were typical for a basketball matchup, and the atmosphere in the arena was charged as fans witnessed a competitive contest. Viewers were treated to several notable scoring plays, including a 24-foot three-point jumper by Finley Sheridan and a series of free throws by Javion Guy-King, which helped the Bears maintain their lead.
Overall, the Central Arkansas Bears demonstrated why they are a formidable force in the league, while the Stetson Hatters will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CARK -9.5 | 149.5 o -115 / u -105 | Central Arkansas Bears -485 · Stetson Hatters +370 |
Leaders
- PointsEthan Copeland27Stetson Hatters
- AssistsCalvin Sirmans III11Stetson Hatters
- ReboundsFinley Sheridan7Stetson Hatters
- PointsCamren Hunter30Central Arkansas Bears
- AssistsCamren Hunter6Central Arkansas Bears
- ReboundsMalchiah Marable6Central Arkansas Bears
Recent form
Stetson Hatters
Last 10: 3-7Streak L176.7 scored · 80.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L76-78at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 14
- W67-62vs Jacksonville DolphinsFeb 12
- L88-100at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsFeb 7
- L71-92at Bellarmine KnightsFeb 6
- L66-68vs North Alabama LionsJan 31
- W84-77at North Florida OspreysJan 30
- L65-73at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 23
- L74-79at Lipscomb BisonsJan 22
- L81-87vs Queens University RoyalsJan 17
- W95-86vs West Georgia WolvesJan 16
Central Arkansas Bears
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1083.8 scored · 70.6 allowed per game4-0 away
- W79-62vs West Georgia WolvesFeb 14
- W84-76vs Bellarmine KnightsFeb 12
- W72-65at North Alabama LionsFeb 10
- W86-78at Lipscomb BisonsFeb 7
- 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
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 | Stetson Hatters |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-61 | 27-51 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 13-33 | 15-29 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 52 |
| Free throws | 15-20 | 7-8 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 21 |
| Assists | 22 | 20 |
| Steals | 12 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 4 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 28 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 18 |
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 28 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 95 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-34Ethan Copeland makes 24-foot three point jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half59-34Cole McCormick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-34Cole McCormick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-37Ethan Copeland makes 24-foot three point jumper (Finley Sheridan assists)
- 2nd Half62-37Luke Moore makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-39Ethan Copeland makes 15-foot jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half64-39Cole McCormick makes layup (Truman Byrne assists)
- 2nd Half64-42Ethan Copeland makes 25-foot three point jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half64-44Matar Diop makes 2-foot dunk (Ethan Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half67-44Luke Moore makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cole McCormick assists)
- 2nd Half67-47Jake Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-47Javion Guy-King makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-47Malchiah Marable makes 3-foot dunk (Camren Hunter assists)
- 2nd Half71-50Jake Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half71-53Calvin Sirmans III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jake Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half71-55Janusz Ratowski makes layup (Ethan Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half71-57Janusz Ratowski makes layup (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half72-57Malchiah Marable makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-57Malchiah Marable makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-57Camren Hunter makes layup
- 2nd Half76-57Cole McCormick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-57Cole McCormick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-60Finley Sheridan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ethan Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half77-62Finley Sheridan makes layup
- 2nd Half77-65Ethan Copeland makes 26-foot three point jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half77-67Janusz Ratowski makes layup (Finley Sheridan assists)
- 2nd Half78-67Luke Moore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-68Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-68Camren Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-68Camren Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-68Camren Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-68Camren Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-70Finley Sheridan makes 2-foot dunk (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half83-70Javion Guy-King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-70Javion Guy-King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-73Finley Sheridan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half86-73Cole McCormick makes 3-foot dunk (Ty Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half86-76Alex Doyle makes 29-foot three point jumper (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half87-76Camren Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-76Camren Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Stetson Hatters, below favours Central Arkansas Bears.
Venue
- Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds CenterDeLand, FL
- Attendance752
- OfficialsMarcus Gossard, Josue Nieves, Nick Nadeau
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