NCAAB · Final

Central Arkansas Bears Edge Jacksonville Dolphins in Close Game

Thursday, January 15, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Farris Center

Central Arkansas Bears 62, Jacksonville Dolphins 60, 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 Jacksonville Dolphins vs Central Arkansas Bears?

Central Arkansas Bears beat Jacksonville Dolphins 62-60 at Farris Center on January 15, 2026.

Who was favored in Jacksonville Dolphins vs Central Arkansas Bears?

Central Arkansas Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Central Arkansas Bears narrowly defeated the Jacksonville Dolphins with a final score of 62-60 at the Farris Center. This victory was significant for the Bears, who improved their home record to 5-0 this season, while the Dolphins continued to struggle on the road, remaining winless in six away games this season.

The Bears entered the game with a record of 8-10 overall, but their recent form showed some promise as they had won four out of their last ten games, despite losing their last two. They averaged 79.7 points scored and allowed 75.0 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Dolphins, with a record of 6-12, had a more challenging run, winning only three of their last ten games and coming off a recent victory against West Georgia. They averaged 72.6 points scored and allowed 75.7 points during their last ten games.

Historically, this matchup has favored the Dolphins, who had previously defeated the Bears in both of their last meetings. In their last encounter on February 14, 2025, the Dolphins won 77-62, and in another meeting earlier that season, they claimed a 72-62 victory. However, the Bears were determined to turn the tide in this latest fixture.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability for either team, but both squads were expected to field their best lineups. The market had priced the Bears as 7.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -380 for the Bears and +300 for the Dolphins. The total for the game was set at 136.5, with odds of -105 for the over and -115 for the under.

The game conditions were typical for a mid-January evening, with the atmosphere at the Farris Center buzzing as fans supported their home team. The Bears' scoring plays were pivotal in the second half, with Luke Moore making crucial free throws and a three-point jumper that helped secure the lead. The final moments were tense, with the Dolphins fighting back to tie the game at 57 before the Bears pulled ahead again.

For viewers, the key moments to watch included the late-game execution by both teams, particularly the free-throw shooting and the ability to convert in the paint. The Bears' resilience at home and the Dolphins' struggle to secure a road win added layers of intrigue to this matchup, culminating in a thrilling finish.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CARK -7.5	136.5 o -105 / u -115	Jacksonville Dolphins +300 · Central Arkansas Bears -380

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Leaders

PointsLuke Moore19Central Arkansas Bears
AssistsLuke Moore3Central Arkansas Bears
ReboundsCamren Hunter8Central Arkansas Bears
PointsHayden Wood18Jacksonville Dolphins
AssistsEvan Sterck3Jacksonville Dolphins
ReboundsJason Thirdkill Jr.8Jacksonville Dolphins

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