Central Arkansas Bears Defeat West Georgia Wolves 86-65
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:30 PM ET · The Coliseum
Central Arkansas Bears 86, West Georgia Wolves 65, 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 West Georgia Wolves?
Central Arkansas Bears beat West Georgia Wolves 86-65 at The Coliseum on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Central Arkansas Bears vs West Georgia Wolves?
Central Arkansas Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -170 (about 63% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Central Arkansas Bears defeated the West Georgia Wolves with a final score of 86-65 at The Coliseum. This victory marks a continuation of the Bears' recent success, extending their winning streak to two games, while the Wolves have now lost four consecutive matches.
The Bears, with an overall record of 10-10, showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 81.5 points over their last ten games. In contrast, the Wolves, now 9-10, have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 82.4 points during the same stretch. The Wolves' recent form included a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with their scoring average at 74.9 points, highlighting their challenges both offensively and defensively.
At home, the Wolves have a record of 3-2, while their away performance has been less favorable at 1-4. The Bears, on the other hand, have been dominant at home with a perfect 5-0 record, but they have yet to find success on the road, recording an 0-5 mark in away games. This contrast in home and away performance adds context to the Bears' strong showing in this matchup.
Historically, the Wolves have struggled against the Bears, with a head-to-head record of 0-2 in their previous meetings. In their last encounter on February 21, 2025, the Wolves lost 71-82 at home, and earlier that season, they fell 70-75 while playing away. This ongoing trend of defeats against Central Arkansas may have contributed to the Wolves' current struggles.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is crucial in understanding team dynamics and performance. The absence of key players can significantly impact a team's ability to compete effectively.
As for betting lines, DraftKings set the odds with Central Arkansas favored by 3.5 points. The total points over/under was listed at 154.5, with odds for the over at -112.0 and for the under at -108.0. The moneyline odds were +142.0 for the Wolves and -170.0 for the Bears, indicating a strong expectation for the Bears to win.
The game conditions were not specified in the block, but typical factors such as crowd support at The Coliseum and the atmosphere of a collegiate basketball game often play a role in the performance of the home team.
Viewers of the game witnessed a clear display of Central Arkansas's offensive capabilities, particularly in the second half, where they extended their lead significantly. Key moments included free throws from JaVar Daniel and a three-point jumper from Ty Robinson, which capped off the scoring for the Bears, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Overall, the Central Arkansas Bears' victory over the West Georgia Wolves not only reflects their current form but also highlights the Wolves' ongoing struggles as they seek to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CARK -3.5 | 154.5 o -112 / u -108 | Central Arkansas Bears -170 · West Georgia Wolves +142 |
Leaders
- PointsShelton Williams-Dryden19West Georgia Wolves
- AssistsBrady Hardewig3West Georgia Wolves
- ReboundsShelton Williams-Dryden10West Georgia Wolves
- PointsTy Robinson22Central Arkansas Bears
- AssistsCamren Hunter6Central Arkansas Bears
- ReboundsMalchiah Marable5Central Arkansas Bears
Recent form
West Georgia Wolves
Last 10: 4-6Streak L374.9 scored · 82.4 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L72-90at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 17
- L86-95at Stetson HattersJan 16
- L43-75at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 10
- W85-73at North Florida OspreysJan 9
- W88-76vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 3
- W87-85vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 2
- L74-103at Georgia BulldogsDec 22
- W70-49vs Brewton Parker WildcatsDec 18
- L85-91vs Georgia Southern EaglesDec 14
- L59-87vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 6
Central Arkansas Bears
Last 10: 5-5Streak W281.5 scored · 75.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- 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
- L82-99at SMU MustangsDec 21
- W102-47vs Kansas Christian FalconsDec 17
- L72-83at Vanderbilt CommodoresDec 13
- L68-75at East Texas A&M LionsDec 7
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Central Arkansas Bears | West Georgia Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-57 | 23-47 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 12-24 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 35 |
| Free throws | 8-11 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 19 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 24 |
| Assists | 20 | 9 |
| Steals | 12 | 2 |
| Blocks | 1 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 22 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 30 |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 68 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-34Ty Robinson makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half47-34Luke Moore makes driving layup (Camren Hunter assists)
- 2nd Half47-37Brady Hardewig makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-38Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-38Cole McCormick makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-38Camren Hunter makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-38Luke Moore makes 25-foot three point jumper (Camren Hunter assists)
- 2nd Half56-38Luke Moore makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-40Kolten Griffin makes layup
- 2nd Half59-40Truman Byrne makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Lee assists)
- 2nd Half59-42Kolten Griffin makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half59-44JaVar Daniel makes 0-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half60-44Luke Moore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-44Luke Moore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-45Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-46Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-47Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-47Ty Robinson makes layup (Cole McCormick assists)
- 2nd Half63-49Malcolm Noel makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-50Malcolm Noel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-50Ty Robinson makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half67-50Ty Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-50Ty Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-50Cole McCormick makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-50Truman Byrne makes 24-foot three point jumper (Camren Hunter assists)
- 2nd Half73-53Brady Hardewig makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half74-53Cole McCormick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-53Cole McCormick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-53Cole McCormick makes 4-foot dunk (Luke Moore assists)
- 2nd Half77-56Brady Hardewig makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kolten Griffin assists)
- 2nd Half80-56Cole McCormick makes 26-foot three point jumper (Truman Byrne assists)
- 2nd Half80-59Kolten Griffin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josh Smith assists)
- 2nd Half80-60JaVar Daniel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-61JaVar Daniel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-62Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-63Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-63Cole McCormick makes layup (Luke Moore assists)
- 2nd Half82-65Josh Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half83-65Camren Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-65Ty Robinson makes 25-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours West Georgia Wolves, below favours Central Arkansas Bears.
Venue
- The ColiseumCarrollton, GA
- Attendance1274
- OfficialsMichael Husted, Connor Penn, Kindric Link
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