| MATCHUP | Central Arkansas Bears | Austin Peay Governors |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 18-11 | 21-6 |
| Spread | +3.5 -108 | -3.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | +150 | -180 |
| Total | Over 151.5 (-105) | Under 151.5 (-115) |
| Where | F&M Bank Arena, Clarksville, TN | |
| When | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:30 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Central Arkansas Bears and Austin Peay Governors meet Wednesday in college basketball action at the F&M Bank Arena. Here’s a Central Arkansas vs. Austin Peay prediction. This article will include a Central Arkansas vs. Austin Peay pick.
Central Arkansas Bears Betting Preview
The Central Arkansas Bears beat Stetson and lost to Florida Gulf Coast, and they play Queens next. Central Arkansas has won 11 of its last 12 games.
The Central Arkansas Bears are averaging 82.9 points on 45.2 percent shooting and allowing 76.4 on 44.5 percent shooting. Camren Hunter is averaging 19.3 points and 4 rebounds, while Ty Robinson is averaging 14 points and 5.7 rebounds. Luke Moore is the third double-digit scorer, and Cole McCormick is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Central Arkansas Bears are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 69.8 percent from the free throw line. The Central Arkansas Bears are allowing 34.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.1 rebounds per game.
Austin Peay Governors Betting Preview
The Austin Peay Governors beat Jacksonville and North Florida, and they play Bellarmine next. Austin Peay has won 10 straight games.
The Austin Peay Governors are averaging 84.3 points on 46.5 percent shooting and allowing 73.7 points on 43.5 percent shooting. Collin Parker is averaging 17.7 points and 6 rebounds, while Rashaud Marshall is averaging 14.5 points and 1 assist. Zyree Collins is the third double-digit scorer, and Tate McCubbin is grabbing 4.9 rebounds. The Austin Peay Governors are shooting 35.8 percent from beyond the arc and 74.3 percent from the free throw line. The Austin Peay Governors are allowing 31 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Austin Peay Governors will win
- Austin Peay has won each of its last 12 games at F&M Bank Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Central Arkansas has lost 19 of its last 21 Wednesday road games.
- Central Arkansas has lost the first half in 13 of its last 17 night games against the ASUN Conference.
Why the Central Arkansas Bears will win
- Central Arkansas has won each of its last seven night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points: Facts
- Seven of Austin Peay’s last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 153+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Austin Peay ranks 43rd among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+10.3).
- Austin Peay ranks 44th among Division 1 teams for net rating this season (+14.7).
- Central Arkansas ranks 13th among Division 1 teams for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (31.0).
- Central Arkansas ranks 19th among Division 1 teams for three-point field goals made per game this season (10.7).
Central Arkansas vs Austin Peay Prediction
You can make a case for Central Arkansas and the points, as this has consistently been one of the best teams in the conference and isn’t a dog often. Central Arkansas has also covered 8 of its last 10 games. However, Austin Peay has been a bit sharper, especially on the offensive end, and it’s undefeated at home. I’d simply need more points to pull the trigger with Central Arkansas. Austin Peay looks like a legit NCAA Tournament team. This line feels soft. Give me the governor at home.