Massachusetts Minutemen Defeat Central Connecticut Blue Devils 84-77
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Mullins Center
Massachusetts Minutemen 84, Central Connecticut Blue Devils 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs Massachusetts Minutemen?
Massachusetts Minutemen beat Central Connecticut Blue Devils 84-77 at Mullins Center on November 16, 2025.
The Massachusetts Minutemen secured a victory against the Central Connecticut Blue Devils with a final score of 84-77 in a competitive matchup at the Mullins Center. This win marks Massachusetts' fourth victory of the season, improving their record to 4-1, while Central Connecticut falls to 2-3.
The Minutemen entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, but they were riding a two-game winning streak. Their recent victories included a strong performance against the Le Moyne Dolphins, where they won 94-80, and a convincing win over the UAlbany Great Danes, which ended 83-62. Despite their overall struggles, Massachusetts averaged 69.6 points scored and allowed 76.0 points during this stretch. At home, the Minutemen had a record of 3-4, showing some resilience in front of their fans.
On the other hand, Central Connecticut came into this game with a better recent form, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games and a one-game winning streak following a narrow victory against the Boston College Eagles, which they won 60-59. The Blue Devils averaged 71.8 points scored while allowing only 60.9 points during this period. Their away record was 3-1, indicating they had performed well on the road.
In their previous meeting on December 5, 2024, Massachusetts lost to Central Connecticut 69-73, which added an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup as the Minutemen sought to avenge that defeat. The injury situation did not heavily impact either team, allowing both to field their best players for this contest.
The game was closely contested, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Darin Smith Jr. contributed significantly for Central Connecticut with a layup and a three-point jumper. However, the Minutemen maintained their composure, with crucial layups from Jayden Ndjigue and Nico Ashley, as well as free throws from Marcus Banks Jr. that ultimately sealed the victory.
The conditions in the Mullins Center were favorable for a basketball game, contributing to an energetic atmosphere that likely fueled both teams' performances. As for the betting market, it favored the Minutemen, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the win.
Overall, this fixture showcased the resilience of the Massachusetts Minutemen as they bounced back from previous struggles and delivered a solid performance against a formidable Central Connecticut team.
Leaders
- PointsK'Jei Parker22Massachusetts Minutemen
- AssistsDanny Carbuccia6Massachusetts Minutemen
- ReboundsLeonardo Bettiol15Massachusetts Minutemen
- PointsDarin Smith Jr.18Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- AssistsJay Rodgers5Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- ReboundsJames Jones5Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Recent form
Massachusetts Minutemen
Last 10: 3-7Streak W269.6 scored · 76 allowed per game3-4 at home
- W94-80vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 14
- W83-62vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 8
- L72-78vs Marshall Thundering HerdNov 4
- L71-78vs La Salle ExplorersMar 12
- L51-74vs Loyola Chicago RamblersMar 8
- L72-73at St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 6
- W91-88vs Rhode Island RamsMar 1
- L52-74at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 22
- L51-80at VCU RamsFeb 19
- L59-73vs St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 15
Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Last 10: 8-2Streak W171.8 scored · 60.9 allowed per game3-1 away
- W60-59at Boston College EaglesNov 12
- L49-71at Quinnipiac BobcatsNov 7
- W117-55vs Vermont State Johnson BadgersNov 4
- L43-46vs Saint Francis Red WolvesMar 11
- W76-72vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsMar 8
- W86-67vs Le Moyne DolphinsMar 6
- W55-48at Wagner SeahawksMar 1
- W84-75vs Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 28
- W67-41vs Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 22
- W81-75at Chicago State CougarsFeb 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Central Connecticut Blue Devils | Massachusetts Minutemen |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 31-67 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 6-15 | 10-26 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 38 |
| Free throws | 21-31 | 12-25 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 48 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 27 |
| Assists | 12 | 22 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 42 |
| Fouls | 19 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 23 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-54K'Jei Parker made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Danny Carbuccia.
- 2nd Half43-54Darin Smith Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Max Frazier.
- 2nd Half43-55Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-56Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-56Darin Smith Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by James Jones.
- 2nd Half46-59Luka Damjanac made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Leonardo Bettiol.
- 2nd Half48-59James Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-59James Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-59Nico Ashley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-59Nico Ashley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-60Dwayne Wimbley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-62Dwayne Wimbley Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Ndjigue.
- 2nd Half51-63Dwayne Wimbley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-64Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-65Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-65Elijah Parker made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-65Jay Rodgers made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-67Leonardo Bettiol made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Ndjigue.
- 2nd Half58-67Nico Ashley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-67Max Frazier made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-67Max Frazier made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-69Leonardo Bettiol made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-69Elijah Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-72Marcus Banks Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Danny Carbuccia.
- 2nd Half63-72Gabe Spinelli made Dunk.
- 2nd Half63-74Leonardo Bettiol made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-76Marcus Banks Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Leonardo Bettiol.
- 2nd Half64-76Max Frazier made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-76Nico Ashley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-78Leonardo Bettiol made Jumper. Assisted by Danny Carbuccia.
- 2nd Half66-80Danny Carbuccia made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-80Gabe Spinelli made Layup. Assisted by Jay Rodgers.
- 2nd Half70-80Darin Smith Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-80Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-80Darin Smith Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jay Rodgers.
- 2nd Half74-82Jayden Ndjigue made Layup. Assisted by Leonardo Bettiol.
- 2nd Half76-82Nico Ashley made Layup. Assisted by James Jones.
- 2nd Half77-82Nico Ashley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-83Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-84Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Massachusetts Minutemen, below favours Central Connecticut Blue Devils.
Venue
- Mullins CenterAmherst, MA
- Attendance2743
- OfficialsKing Whetstone, Sutton Simon, Bill McClatchy
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