Central Connecticut Dominates Johnson & Wales 122-57
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Detrick Gymnasium
Central Connecticut Blue Devils 122, Johnson & Wales Griffins 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Johnson & Wales Griffins vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils?
Central Connecticut Blue Devils beat Johnson & Wales Griffins 122-57 at Detrick Gymnasium on November 30, 2025.
In a commanding display, the Central Connecticut Blue Devils triumphed over the Johnson & Wales Griffins with a final score of 122-57. This game showcased the Blue Devils' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored their opponents significantly.
Central Connecticut entered the game with a solid home record of 5-2 and had been performing well recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games. They were on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated Sacred Heart Pioneers 108-106 in a high-scoring affair and Rutgers Scarlet Knights 67-54. The Blue Devils averaged 73.8 points scored and 66.2 points allowed during this stretch, indicating a strong offensive capability coupled with a reasonable defensive effort. Their home record stood at 4-1, demonstrating their effectiveness at Detrick Gymnasium.
In contrast, the Johnson & Wales Griffins struggled significantly, entering the game with a record of 0-2 in their last two outings. They had lost both games by substantial margins, including a 57-98 defeat against Brown Bears and a 51-100 loss to Central Connecticut earlier in the season on December 29, 2024. The Griffins averaged just 54.0 points in their last two games while allowing an alarming average of 99.0 points, which highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities.
This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the second meeting between these teams in the current season, with Central Connecticut having already dominated the previous encounter. The Blue Devils had a perfect record against the Griffins, now standing at 2-0 in their head-to-head matchups.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any notable absences for either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this contest.
The market had Central Connecticut heavily favored to win, reflecting their strong home performance and the Griffins' recent struggles. The odds indicated a high probability of a Blue Devils victory, which proved accurate as they delivered a resounding win.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but the performance of Central Connecticut was marked by a series of impressive scoring plays. Ashton Reynolds was a standout in the second half, contributing multiple layups and a dunk, while Roddy Jones also made significant contributions, including a three-point jumper and a free throw.
Overall, viewers were treated to a display of offensive firepower from the Blue Devils, who consistently found ways to penetrate the Griffins' defense and convert opportunities into points. The final score of 122-57 reflects the disparity in performance between the two teams, with Central Connecticut demonstrating their capabilities as a formidable opponent in the NCAAB landscape.
Leaders
- PointsDarin Smith Jr.24Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- AssistsElijah Parker8Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- ReboundsMax Frazier11Central Connecticut Blue Devils
- PointsAzariah Harrison16Johnson & Wales Griffins
- AssistsDe'Angelo Owens9Johnson & Wales Griffins
- ReboundsColin Rice6Johnson & Wales Griffins
Recent form
Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Last 10: 7-3Streak W273.8 scored · 66.2 allowed per game4-1 at home
- 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
- W86-67vs Le Moyne DolphinsMar 6
- W55-48at Wagner SeahawksMar 1
Johnson & Wales Griffins
Last 2: 0-2Streak L254 scored · 99 allowed per game0-2 away
- L57-98at Brown BearsJan 5
- L51-100at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 29
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Johnson & Wales Griffins | Central Connecticut Blue Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-68 | 50-71 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 70 |
| Three-pointers | 9-34 | 13-22 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 59 |
| Free throws | 0-1 | 9-11 |
| Free throw % | 0 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 20 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 40 |
| Assists | 17 | 27 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 68 |
| Fouls | 10 | 4 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 67 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-62James Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half35-64Jay Rodgers made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-66Melo Sanchez made Layup. Assisted by James Jones.
- 2nd Half38-66Colin Rice made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Silas Sawtelle.
- 2nd Half38-69Jay Rodgers made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-69Colin Rice made Jumper. Assisted by Silas Sawtelle.
- 2nd Half40-71Darin Smith Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-73Darin Smith Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-74Darin Smith Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-74Colin Rice made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-76Jayden Mott made Layup. Assisted by Darin Smith Jr..
- 2nd Half42-78Elijah Parker made Layup. Assisted by Darin Smith Jr..
- 2nd Half42-80Gabe Spinelli made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-82Darin Smith Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Gabe Spinelli.
- 2nd Half42-84Elijah Parker made Dunk. Assisted by Darin Smith Jr..
- 2nd Half44-84Thomas Kaine made Layup. Assisted by De'Angelo Owens.
- 2nd Half44-87Gabe Spinelli made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Parker.
- 2nd Half44-90Nico Ashley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Parker.
- 2nd Half44-92Jayden Mott made Layup. Assisted by Nico Ashley.
- 2nd Half46-92Landon Bodington made Jumper. Assisted by De'Angelo Owens.
- 2nd Half46-94Gabe Spinelli made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-95Gabe Spinelli made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-98Roddy Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Parker.
- 2nd Half48-98De'Angelo Owens made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-99Ashton Reynolds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-100Ashton Reynolds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-100Thomas Kaine made Layup. Assisted by De'Angelo Owens.
- 2nd Half50-103Roddy Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ashton Reynolds.
- 2nd Half53-103Azariah Harrison made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by De'Angelo Owens.
- 2nd Half53-105Daniel James made Layup. Assisted by Adam Fox.
- 2nd Half53-108Adam Fox made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Parker.
- 2nd Half55-108Colin Rice made Jumper. Assisted by De'Angelo Owens.
- 2nd Half55-110Ashton Reynolds made Jumper. Assisted by Adam Fox.
- 2nd Half55-112Gabe Spinelli made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-114Ashton Reynolds made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-116Ashton Reynolds made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-118Ashton Reynolds made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-121Roddy Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gabe Spinelli.
- 2nd Half55-122Roddy Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-122Landon Bodington made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Central Connecticut Blue Devils, below favours Johnson & Wales Griffins.
Venue
- Detrick GymnasiumNew Britain, CT
- Attendance511
- OfficialsChris Devlin, Ryan Corbett, Gary Corbett
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