NCAAB · Final

Blue Devils Defeat Chargers 72-61 in NCAAB Matchup

Sunday, January 4, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Detrick Gymnasium

Central Connecticut Blue Devils 72, New Haven Chargers 61, 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 New Haven Chargers vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils?

Central Connecticut Blue Devils beat New Haven Chargers 72-61 at Detrick Gymnasium on January 4, 2026.

Who was favored in New Haven Chargers vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils?

Central Connecticut Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive performance, the Central Connecticut Blue Devils secured a 72-61 victory over the New Haven Chargers at Detrick Gymnasium. This matchup was significant as it showcased two teams with contrasting recent forms, with Central Connecticut looking to bounce back from a two-game losing streak and New Haven aiming to build on their recent win.

Central Connecticut entered the game with a home record of 7-6 and had been 5-5 in their last ten games. However, they were struggling recently, having lost their last two outings, including a defeat to Long Island University Sharks just a day prior, where they fell 78-84. The Blue Devils averaged 78.3 points scored and allowed 74.5 points per game over their last ten contests, indicating a high-scoring but defensively vulnerable style of play. Their last five games reflected a decline, with an average of 69.8 points scored and 77.0 points allowed, showcasing their defensive struggles.

On the other hand, the New Haven Chargers had a record of 6-9 and were also 5-5 in their last ten games leading into this contest. They had recently snapped a four-game losing streak with a solid win against the Stonehill Skyhawks, defeating them 70-55. The Chargers averaged 69.9 points scored and allowed 64.0 points per game in their last ten, suggesting a more balanced approach, particularly on the defensive end. However, their away record of 1-5 highlighted their challenges when playing outside of their home venue.

The matchup was particularly intriguing given the historical context, as both teams have faced each other in the past. However, the block does not provide specific details on previous meetings, leaving the current form and statistics to take center stage in this analysis.

In terms of injuries, the block does not mention any key players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important fixture.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Central Connecticut favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 130.5. The odds reflected a belief in the Blue Devils' ability to cover the spread, especially given their home advantage, where they had a record of 2-1 in their last three games. The moneyline odds were -410 for Central Connecticut and +320 for New Haven, indicating a strong expectation for a Blue Devils win.

Conditions for the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect a competitive atmosphere as both teams aimed to assert their dominance on the court.

As the game unfolded, Central Connecticut took control, leading to a final score of 72-61. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half that allowed the Blue Devils to maintain their lead. Notable contributions came from players like Darin Smith Jr., who hit critical jump shots to keep the Chargers at bay.

In conclusion, the Blue Devils' victory not only helped them break their losing streak but also reinforced their position at home, while the Chargers will need to regroup after a tough loss. The matchup highlighted the contrasting styles and recent forms of both teams, making it a compelling fixture in the NCAAB landscape.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CCSU -7.5	130.5 o -108 / u -112	New Haven Chargers +320 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils -410

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Leaders

PointsMelo Sanchez18Central Connecticut Blue Devils
AssistsJay Rodgers7Central Connecticut Blue Devils
ReboundsMax Frazier6Central Connecticut Blue Devils
PointsAndre Pasha18New Haven Chargers
AssistsJabri Fitzpatrick3New Haven Chargers
ReboundsStefano Faloppa9New Haven Chargers

Recent form

Central Connecticut Blue Devils

Last 10: 5-5Streak L278.3 scored · 74.5 allowed per game2-1 at home

L78-84at Long Island University SharksJan 3
L70-84vs Fairfield StagsDec 19
W84-67at Binghamton BearcatsDec 13
L56-73at Northeastern HuskiesDec 7
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

New Haven Chargers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W169.9 scored · 64 allowed per game1-5 away

W70-55at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 3
L53-96at Vanderbilt CommodoresDec 30
L47-65at Fordham RamsDec 22
L64-70at NJIT HighlandersDec 11
L63-67at Boston College EaglesDec 6
W92-69vs Mitchell MarinersNov 30
W78-47vs Salve Regina SeahawksNov 26
W122-51vs Vermont State Lyndon HornetsNov 22
L45-68at Seton Hall PiratesNov 19
W65-52vs Delaware State HornetsNov 15

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	New Haven Chargers	Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Field goals	25-59	27-54
Field goal %	42	50
Three-pointers	9-27	13-25
Three-point %	33	52
Free throws	2-3	5-7
Free throw %	67	71
Rebounds	35	28
Offensive rebounds	14	7
Defensive rebounds	21	21
Assists	15	13
Steals	6	8
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	11	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	20
Fast-break points	2	8
Points in the paint	30	24
Fouls	11	8
Largest lead	0	16
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

1st Half18-30Aidan Losiewicz makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jabri Fitzpatrick assists)
1st Half18-33Elijah Parker makes 26-foot three point jumper
1st Half21-33Aidan Losiewicz makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jabri Fitzpatrick assists)
1st Half21-35Jay Rodgers makes 11-foot floating jump shot
1st Half23-35Aidan Losiewicz makes layup (Stefano Faloppa assists)
1st Half26-35Andre Pasha makes 27-foot three point jumper (Stefano Faloppa assists)
1st Half29-35Aidan Losiewicz makes 24-foot three point jumper (Maison Adeleye assists)
2nd Half29-37Jay Rodgers makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half29-40Darin Smith Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half29-43Melo Sanchez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half29-45Jay Rodgers makes driving layup
2nd Half31-45Andre Pasha makes 7-foot hook shot
2nd Half33-45Andre Pasha makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half35-45Stefano Faloppa makes layup (Kheni Briggs assists)
2nd Half35-48Melo Sanchez makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ashton Reynolds assists)
2nd Half38-48Andre Pasha makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kheni Briggs assists)
2nd Half40-48Najimi George makes layup
2nd Half42-48Andre Pasha makes layup (Aidan Losiewicz assists)
2nd Half42-50Elijah Parker makes driving layup
2nd Half42-51Jay Rodgers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-51Teshaun Steele makes layup (Najimi George assists)
2nd Half44-54Melo Sanchez makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half47-54Aidan Losiewicz makes 26-foot three point jumper (Teshaun Steele assists)
2nd Half47-56Darin Smith Jr. makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half47-57Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half49-57Jabri Fitzpatrick makes driving layup
2nd Half49-59Max Frazier makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half51-59Andre Pasha makes layup (Jabri Fitzpatrick assists)
2nd Half51-62Jay Rodgers makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half51-65Melo Sanchez makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half52-65Najimi George makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-65Najimi George makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-67Darin Smith Jr. makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half53-69Darin Smith Jr. makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half55-69Najimi George makes layup
2nd Half55-70Max Frazier makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-70Aidan Losiewicz makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andre Pasha assists)
2nd Half61-70Jabri Fitzpatrick makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half61-71Jay Rodgers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-72Jay Rodgers makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Central Connecticut Blue Devils, below favours New Haven Chargers.