| MATCHUP | Stonehill Skyhawks | Central Connecticut Blue Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 4-12 | 8-6 |
| Where | Detrick Gymnasium, New Britain, CT | |
| When | Thursday, January 8, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | NEC Front Row | |
The Stonehill Skyhawks and the Central Connecticut Blue Devils meet Thursday in college basketball action from the Detrick Gymnasium. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s a Stonehill Skyhawks vs. Central Connecticut Blue Devils prediction.
Stonehill Skyhawks Recap
The Stonehill Skyhawks come into this game looking to bounce back from a 70-55 loss at the hands of New Haven last time out to sit at 3-11 on the year. After this game, Stonehill will head home for a game against Chicago State.
Skyhawks Lose 3 In A Row
Hermann Koffi leads the Skyhawks in scoring with 14.3 PPG along with 2.9 RPG while Davante Hackett has 10.6 PPG with 4 RPG. Raymond Espinal-Guzman has 9.5 PPG with 7.1 RPG and Chas Stinson has 9.1 PPG with 5.4 RPG and Ridvan Tutic has 8.1 PPG with a team-high 8 RPG to lead Stonehill in rebounding. Rex Sunderland also has 5.4 PPG with 3.7 RPG and 3.2 APG to lead Stonehill in assists so far this season. As a team, Stonehill is averaging 67.2 PPG on 41.7% shooting from the field, 34.2% from three and 68.6% from the foul line this season.
Central Connecticut Blue Devils Recap
The Central Connecticut Blue Devils come into this game looking to add on to their 72-61 win over New Haven last time out to sit at 7-6 this season. After this game, Central Connecticut will head on the road for a game against Le Moyne.
Blue Devils Snap Two-Game Skid
Darin Smith Jr. leads Central Connecticut in scoring with 19.8 PPG and 4.8 RPG while Jay Rodgers has 10.9 PPG with 2.7 RPG and a team-high 7.6 APG to lead the Blue Devils in the assist department so far this season. Max Frazier has 11.9 PPG with 6.7 RPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Central Connecticut so far this season. Melo Sanchez also has 8.3 PPG and James Jones has a team-high 6.8 RPG as well on the year. As a team, Central Connecticut is averaging 78.5 PPG on 48.4% shooting from the field, 39.9% from three and 72% from the foul line this season.
Stonehill Skyhawks @ Central Connecticut Blue Devils Betting Trends: January 8, 2026
Why the Central Connecticut Blue Devils will win
- Stonehill has lost each of its last nine road night games against Conference opponents.
- Central Connecticut has won nine of its last 10 home games against Conference opponents.
- Stonehill has lost the first half in each of its last seven games against Conference opponents.
Why the Stonehill Skyhawks will win
- Central Connecticut has lost each of its last three night games.
- Central Connecticut has lost the first half in each of its last three night games.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of Central Connecticut’s last eight night games at William H. Detrick Gymnasium have produced a total of 136+ points.
- Each of Stonehill’s last four games have produced a total of 129 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Central Connecticut ranks 3rd among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (13.5).
- Central Connecticut ranks 6th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (9.8).
- Stonehill ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (62.0%).
- Stonehill ranks 361st among Division 1 teams for opponent turnovers per game this season (9.2).
Stonehill Skyhawks vs. Central Connecticut Blue Devils Prediction
I’m on Central Connecticut here. Stonehill’s viewed as one of the worst teams in college basketball and I can see why. The offense is non-existent for the Skyhawks right now, and I think that the Blue Devils pull away for the win and cover at home here. Give me Central Connecticut.