Northeastern Huskies Defeat Central Connecticut Blue Devils 73-56
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Cabot Center
Northeastern Huskies 73, Central Connecticut Blue Devils 56, 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 Northeastern Huskies?
Northeastern Huskies beat Central Connecticut Blue Devils 73-56 at Cabot Center on December 7, 2025.
Who was favored in Central Connecticut Blue Devils vs Northeastern Huskies?
Northeastern Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
The Northeastern Huskies secured a decisive victory against the Central Connecticut Blue Devils, winning 73-56 at the Cabot Center. This matchup was particularly notable as it featured two teams with contrasting recent performances. The Huskies entered the game with a home record of 4-5, while the Blue Devils had a slightly better away record of 5-4.
In terms of recent form, the Huskies had struggled, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games and a current losing streak of two. They averaged 71.1 points scored and allowed 74.2 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games reflected a tough period, where they managed just one win while allowing an average of 80.6 points per game. The last game before this fixture saw them lose to the Holy Cross Crusaders, 59-76.
Conversely, the Blue Devils had a more favorable record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to the Seton Hall Pirates, 61-77, which snapped a brief winning streak. They averaged 78.0 points scored and allowed 68.1 points per game in that span, showcasing a more potent offense compared to the Huskies.
Home court advantage played a significant role in this matchup. The Huskies had struggled at home with a record of 0-3 in their last three home games, while the Blue Devils had a solid away record of 2-3 in their recent outings. Historically, the Huskies had won the only previous meeting this season, defeating the Blue Devils 80-62 on November 16, 2024.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but it is often a critical factor in determining team performance. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Huskies favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 138.5. The odds indicated a close contest, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup.
The game conditions were not detailed, but the atmosphere at the Cabot Center likely contributed to the Huskies' performance. Fans typically play a crucial role in energizing the home team, especially in college basketball.
Viewers were treated to a display of offensive and defensive strategies, with the Huskies ultimately outpacing the Blue Devils. The scoring plays highlighted key moments, including a three-point jumper from Luca Soroa Schaller that extended the Huskies' lead to 73-53 in the second half. The Blue Devils attempted to rally late in the game, but the Huskies maintained control, showcasing their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Overall, the victory not only improved the Huskies' record but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NE -1.5 | 138.5 o -112 / u -108 | Central Connecticut Blue Devils +100 · Northeastern Huskies -120 |
Leaders
- PointsWilliam Kermoury18Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsMike Loughnane4Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsTy Francis12Northeastern Huskies
- PointsDarin Smith Jr.12Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- AssistsJay Rodgers7Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- ReboundsJames Jones9Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Recent form
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 4-6Streak L271.1 scored · 74.2 allowed per game0-3 at home
- L59-76at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 3
- L73-86at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 28
- W93-86at Duquesne DukesNov 22
- L57-70at Princeton TigersNov 21
- L74-85vs Vermont CatamountsNov 15
- W77-60at Harvard CrimsonNov 12
- W68-65at Colgate RaidersNov 7
- L75-76vs Boston University TerriersNov 4
- L65-70vs Hampton PiratesMar 8
- W70-68at William & Mary TribeMar 1
Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178 scored · 68.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- L61-77at Seton Hall PiratesDec 4
- W122-57vs Johnson & Wales GriffinsNov 30
- W108-106vs Sacred Heart PioneersNov 25
- W67-54at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 21
- L77-84at Massachusetts MinutemenNov 16
- 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
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 |
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Central Connecticut Blue Devils | Northeastern Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-63 | 26-56 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 4-17 | 9-25 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 36 |
| Free throws | 10-17 | 12-14 |
| Free throw % | 59 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 37 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 10 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 4 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half24-39Liam Koelsch made Dunk. Assisted by Ty Francis.
- 2nd Half25-39Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-39Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-41Ty Francis made Dunk. Assisted by Liam Koelsch.
- 2nd Half28-41Max Frazier made Layup. Assisted by Jay Rodgers.
- 2nd Half28-43Liam Koelsch made Layup.
- 2nd Half28-45Ty Francis made Layup.
- 2nd Half28-47JB Frankel made Jumper.
- 2nd Half28-49JB Frankel made Jumper.
- 2nd Half28-50Ty Francis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-51Ty Francis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-53Ty Francis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half30-53Ashton Reynolds made Layup. Assisted by Jay Rodgers.
- 2nd Half31-53Ashton Reynolds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-53Melo Sanchez made Layup.
- 2nd Half33-56William Kermoury made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JB Frankel.
- 2nd Half33-59William Kermoury made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Abreu.
- 2nd Half33-60Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-60Elijah Parker made Layup. Assisted by Darin Smith Jr..
- 2nd Half37-60Max Frazier made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-60Max Frazier made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-61Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-62Xavier Abreu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-64Mike Loughnane made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-64Elijah Parker made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-66Xavier Abreu made Jumper. Assisted by Mike Loughnane.
- 2nd Half42-66Darin Smith Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-66Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-68Petar Pinter made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Abreu.
- 2nd Half46-68Darin Smith Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jay Rodgers.
- 2nd Half46-69Mike Loughnane made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-70Mike Loughnane made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-70Darin Smith Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-70Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-70Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-70Daniel James made Layup. Assisted by Jay Rodgers.
- 2nd Half53-70Daniel James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-73Luca Soroa Schaller made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JB Frankel.
- 2nd Half54-73James Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-73Elijah Parker made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Northeastern Huskies, below favours Central Connecticut Blue Devils.
Venue
- Cabot CenterBoston, MA
- Attendance653
- OfficialsLamar Simpson, Tim Clougherty, Greg Evans
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