NCAAB · Final

Eastern Michigan Defeats Central Michigan 66-54 in NCAAB Clash

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Gervin GameAbove Center

Eastern Michigan Eagles 66, Central Michigan Chippewas 54, 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 Michigan Chippewas vs Eastern Michigan Eagles?

Eastern Michigan Eagles beat Central Michigan Chippewas 66-54 at Gervin GameAbove Center on February 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Central Michigan Chippewas vs Eastern Michigan Eagles?

Eastern Michigan Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at the Gervin GameAbove Center, the Eastern Michigan Eagles secured a 66-54 victory over the Central Michigan Chippewas. This win is particularly notable as it not only snapped Eastern Michigan's eight-game losing streak but also marked a significant turnaround after their previous encounter with Central Michigan, where they suffered a heavy defeat of 65-100 just a few weeks prior on January 28, 2026.

Entering this game, Eastern Michigan held a home record of 10-17, while Central Michigan's away record stood at 8-18. Over their last ten games, Eastern Michigan had struggled significantly, posting a record of 1-9, with an average of 70.2 points scored per game and 77.1 points allowed. Their recent form was alarming, with the team on an eight-game losing streak and averaging just 68.8 points in their last five games.

In contrast, Central Michigan had shown a bit more resilience, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, including a recent win against Northern Illinois Huskies, where they dominated with a score of 88-46. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 76.8 points, while they allowed an average of 76.2 points. However, they had not performed well on the road, with a 0-5 record in their last five away games.

The previous meetings between these two teams had been competitive, with Central Michigan leading the head-to-head record 2-1 prior to this game. Eastern Michigan's only victory came during the 2025 season, where they won 84-73 at home. The stakes were high for both teams as they sought to improve their standings in the league.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were likely managing their rosters as they approached the final stretch of the season. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Eastern Michigan favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 140.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with Eastern Michigan's moneyline at -205 and Central Michigan's at +170.

The game conditions were favorable for basketball, and fans were treated to a display of defensive tenacity from Eastern Michigan, which ultimately proved to be the difference-maker. Key scoring plays in the second half included crucial free throws from Addison Patterson and a layup from Mohammad Habhab, which helped Eastern Michigan maintain their lead as Central Michigan attempted to mount a comeback.

As the game progressed, Eastern Michigan's defense stifled Central Michigan's efforts to close the gap, ensuring that they would not repeat the mistakes of their previous encounter. The final score of 66-54 underscored Eastern Michigan's ability to execute their game plan effectively, leading to a much-needed victory in front of their home crowd.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	EMU -4.5	140.5 o -115 / u -105	Central Michigan Chippewas +170 · Eastern Michigan Eagles -205

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Leaders

PointsGregory Lawson II17Eastern Michigan Eagles
AssistsAddison Patterson5Eastern Michigan Eagles
ReboundsMohammad Habhab14Eastern Michigan Eagles
PointsTamario Adley17Central Michigan Chippewas
AssistsTamario Adley2Central Michigan Chippewas
ReboundsNathan Claerbaut7Central Michigan Chippewas

Recent form

Eastern Michigan Eagles

Last 10: 1-9Streak L870.2 scored · 77.1 allowed per game1-3 at home

L62-76vs Western Michigan BroncosFeb 14
L91-95at Kent State Golden FlashesFeb 12
L60-65at App State MountaineersFeb 7
L64-66vs Akron ZipsFeb 3
L67-70at Massachusetts MinutemenJan 31
L65-100at Central Michigan ChippewasJan 28
L75-76vs Kent State Golden FlashesJan 24
L79-85at Bowling Green FalconsJan 17
W77-59vs Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 13
L62-79at Western Michigan BroncosJan 10

Central Michigan Chippewas

Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.8 scored · 76.2 allowed per game0-5 away

W88-46vs Northern Illinois HuskiesFeb 14
L80-85at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 7
L89-95at Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 4
W62-59vs Bowling Green FalconsFeb 1
W100-65vs Eastern Michigan EaglesJan 28
L65-77at Western Michigan BroncosJan 24
L67-68vs Ball State CardinalsJan 21
L61-100at Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 14
W87-85vs Kent State Golden FlashesJan 10
L69-82at Akron ZipsJan 7

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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 Michigan Chippewas	Eastern Michigan Eagles
Field goals	21-57	25-51
Field goal %	37	49
Three-pointers	2-17	4-12
Three-point %	12	33
Free throws	10-20	12-15
Free throw %	50	80
Rebounds	33	39
Offensive rebounds	14	10
Defensive rebounds	19	29
Assists	8	12
Steals	14	7
Blocks	1	5
Turnovers	14	18
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	23
Fast-break points	13	7
Points in the paint	32	30
Fouls	17	14
Largest lead	2	19
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	3	95

How the scoring went

1st Half25-33Gregory Lawson II makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
1st Half25-35Mohammad Habhab makes layup (Braelon Green assists)
1st Half27-35Tamario Adley makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half29-35Phat Phat Brooks makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half29-37Gregory Lawson II makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half30-37Nathan Claerbaut makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-39Braelon Green makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half30-40Addison Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-41Addison Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-44Gregory Lawson II makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mohammad Habhab assists)
2nd Half30-45Gregory Lawson II makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-46Gregory Lawson II makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-48Addison Patterson makes layup
2nd Half30-49Addison Patterson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half33-49Tamario Adley makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half33-51Addison Patterson makes layup (Gregory Lawson II assists)
2nd Half34-51Nick Mullen makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-51Phat Phat Brooks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-51Keenan Garner makes layup
2nd Half38-51Phat Phat Brooks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-51Tamario Adley makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half41-51Nathan Claerbaut makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-51Keenan Garner makes layup (Nathan Claerbaut assists)
2nd Half45-51Tamario Adley makes layup
2nd Half45-53Godslove Nwabude makes layup
2nd Half45-55Godslove Nwabude makes layup (Gregory Lawson II assists)
2nd Half45-56Godslove Nwabude makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-57Godslove Nwabude makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-57Nathan Claerbaut makes layup
2nd Half47-59Godslove Nwabude makes layup (Addison Patterson assists)
2nd Half49-59Tamario Adley makes 21-foot jumper
2nd Half49-60Addison Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-61Addison Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-61Nathan Claerbaut makes 7-foot jumper (Keenan Garner assists)
2nd Half53-61Tamario Adley makes layup
2nd Half54-61Keenan Garner makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-63Mohammad Habhab makes layup
2nd Half54-64Mohammad Habhab makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half54-65Addison Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-66Addison Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Eastern Michigan Eagles, below favours Central Michigan Chippewas.