NCAAB · Final

Blue Devils Edge Red Wolves in Close Contest

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Detrick Gymnasium

Central Connecticut Blue Devils 69, Saint Francis Red Wolves 64, 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 Saint Francis Red Wolves vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils?

Central Connecticut Blue Devils beat Saint Francis Red Wolves 69-64 at Detrick Gymnasium on February 28, 2026.

Who was favored in Saint Francis Red Wolves vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils?

Central Connecticut Blue Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Central Connecticut Blue Devils emerged victorious against the Saint Francis Red Wolves, winning 69-64 at Detrick Gymnasium. This game was particularly noteworthy given the contrasting records of the two teams; Central Connecticut finished the season with an 18-11 record, while Saint Francis struggled at 7-24. The Blue Devils' recent form has been strong, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, including a current winning streak of one. They averaged 69.5 points scored and 68.8 points allowed during this stretch. In contrast, the Red Wolves have faced significant challenges, managing only one win in their last ten games, which has left them with a dismal record of 1-9 and an average of 75.0 points scored against 83.1 points allowed.

At home, Central Connecticut has been particularly effective, boasting a record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Saint Francis has struggled away from home, recording a 0-4 mark in their last four road games. Historically, Central Connecticut has had the upper hand in their recent meetings, holding a 3-1 advantage over Saint Francis. Their most recent encounter earlier in the season saw Central Connecticut win 98-90, while the previous meeting in March 2025 resulted in a narrow 43-46 loss for the Blue Devils.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either lineup, which suggests both teams were at full strength for this important game. The betting market had Central Connecticut favored by 8.5 points, with a money line of -440. Saint Francis was listed at +340 on the money line. The total for the game was set at 152.5, with the over priced at -105 and the under at -115, indicating a competitive expectation for scoring.

The game conditions were typical for a late February evening, and fans were treated to a thrilling contest that saw multiple lead changes. Key moments included a crucial dunk by Skylar Wicks that put the Red Wolves ahead 64-61, followed by a response from James Jones with a dunk of his own, narrowing the gap to 64-63. Melo Sanchez then hit a pull-up jumper to regain the lead for Central Connecticut at 65-64. Free throws from Darin Smith Jr. sealed the game for the Blue Devils, who maintained their composure down the stretch.

Overall, this matchup showcased the resilience of Central Connecticut as they continue to build momentum heading into the postseason, while Saint Francis will look to regroup and find answers after a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CCSU -8.5	152.5 o -105 / u -115	Saint Francis Red Wolves +340 · Central Connecticut Blue Devils -440

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Leaders

PointsDarin Smith Jr.22Central Connecticut Blue Devils
AssistsJay Rodgers8Central Connecticut Blue Devils
ReboundsDarin Smith Jr.7Central Connecticut Blue Devils
PointsChris Moncrief16Saint Francis Red Wolves
AssistsSkylar Wicks6Saint Francis Red Wolves
ReboundsGestin Liberis11Saint Francis Red Wolves

Recent form

Central Connecticut Blue Devils

Last 10: 7-3Streak W169.5 scored · 68.8 allowed per game4-1 at home

W80-78vs Mercyhurst LakersFeb 27
L51-70at Chicago State CougarsFeb 21
W78-77vs Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 20
W63-57at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 14
W81-76at New Haven ChargersFeb 13
W84-67vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 7
W78-67vs Chicago State CougarsFeb 6
L59-80vs Long Island University SharksJan 31
W62-55at Wagner SeahawksJan 30
L59-61at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 27

Saint Francis Red Wolves

Last 10: 1-9Streak L175 scored · 83.1 allowed per game1-5 away

L77-103at Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 27
W73-67at New Haven ChargersFeb 24
L56-65vs Wagner SeahawksFeb 21
L89-91vs Long Island University SharksFeb 20
L79-94vs Mercyhurst LakersFeb 14
L59-66at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 13
L75-80at Chicago State CougarsFeb 9
L84-86at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 7
L89-98at Mercyhurst LakersFeb 6
L69-81vs New Haven ChargersFeb 1

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	Saint Francis Red Wolves	Central Connecticut Blue Devils
Field goals	24-55	27-54
Field goal %	44	50
Three-pointers	3-16	5-15
Three-point %	19	33
Free throws	13-18	10-11
Free throw %	72	91
Rebounds	31	33
Offensive rebounds	11	8
Defensive rebounds	20	25
Assists	9	13
Steals	6	7
Blocks	2	2
Turnovers	13	13
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	12
Fast-break points	6	12
Points in the paint	40	34
Fouls	16	17
Largest lead	7	11
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	27	61

How the scoring went

2nd Half29-40Darin Smith Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (James Jones assists)
2nd Half32-40Victor Payne makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zion Russell assists)
2nd Half34-40Zion Russell makes layup (Skylar Wicks assists)
2nd Half36-40Chris Moncrief makes driving layup
2nd Half37-40Chris Moncrief makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half39-40Chris Moncrief makes layup
2nd Half39-42Max Frazier makes driving layup
2nd Half41-42Gestin Liberis makes layup (Skylar Wicks assists)
2nd Half42-42Skylar Wicks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-42Chris Moncrief makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-42Skylar Wicks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-42Victor Payne makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-42Victor Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-42Chris Moncrief makes 8-foot hook shot
2nd Half48-43Ashton Reynolds makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-44Ashton Reynolds makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-44Victor Payne makes 25-foot three point jumper (Skylar Wicks assists)
2nd Half51-46Max Frazier makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half53-46Zion Russell makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half53-48Jayden Mott makes layup (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half53-50Melo Sanchez makes layup (Jay Rodgers assists)
2nd Half55-50Skylar Wicks makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half56-50Skylar Wicks makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half56-51Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-52Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-52Gestin Liberis makes layup (Skylar Wicks assists)
2nd Half58-54Darin Smith Jr. makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half58-56Darin Smith Jr. makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half60-56Gestin Liberis makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half60-59Darin Smith Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (James Jones assists)
2nd Half62-59Zion Russell makes driving layup
2nd Half62-60Jay Rodgers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-61Jay Rodgers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-61Skylar Wicks makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half64-63James Jones makes 2-foot dunk (Max Frazier assists)
2nd Half64-65Melo Sanchez makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half64-66Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-67Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-68Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-69Darin Smith Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Central Connecticut Blue Devils, below favours Saint Francis Red Wolves.