Central Arkansas (8-21) vs North Alabama (20-9)
Game Info: Monday, February 24, 2025 at 7:30 pm (Farris Center)
The Line: Betting Odds: Central Arkansas +11.5 — Over/Under: 145.5
In this article, we will formulate a North Alabama vs Central Arkansas prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 24th at the Farris Center in Conway, Arkansas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
North Alabama Lions Betting Preview
The North Alabama Lions are 20-9 (12-4) this year after they lost to Lipscomb by a score of 75-63 in their last game. North Alabama trailed 40-26 at halftime, but they did win the second half by a total of 37-35 in the loss. The Lions shot 42.3% from the field, 38.5% on three-pointers, and 82.4% on free throws in the game. Jacari Lane led North Alabama with 18 points and three rebounds, while Taye Fields added 13 points and two rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Lions defeated West Georgia by a score of 80-62 and Jacksonville by a score of 92-79. North Alabama has won six of their last seven games and they are currently tied for first in the ASUN standings with a 12-4 record. North Alabama has scored 79 points per game and they have allowed 71 points per game, while also averaging 38.3 rebounds and 12.3 assists per game this season. Jacari Lane is averaging 16.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, while Daniel Ortiz is averaging 11.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game this year. North Alabama is shooting 45.6% from the field, 72% on free throws, and 33.8% on three-pointers this season.
Central Arkansas Bears Betting Preview
The Central Arkansas Bears are 8-21 (4-12) this season after they defeated West Georgia by a score of 82-71 in their last game. Central Arkansas led 36-35 at halftime and added 46 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Bears shot 48.1% from the field, 42.9% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Brayden Fagbemi led Central Arkansas with 19 points and four assists, while Cole McCormick added 18 points and five rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Bears lost to Queens by a score of 89-72 but did beat North Florida by a score of 84-83 before that. Central Arkansas has lost five of their last seven games and they are currently third to last in the ASUN standings with a 4-12 record. Central Arkansas has scored 70.5 points per game and they have allowed 77.6 points per game, while also averaging 36.6 rebounds and 13.9 assists per game this season. Elias Cato is averaging 15.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, while Brayden Fagbemi is averaging 11.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game this year. Central Arkansas is shooting 40.6% from the field, 70.3% on free throws, and 30% on three-pointers this season.
Why North Alabama will beat Central Arkansas
- Central Arkansas has lost 11 of its last 12 night games against the ASUN Conference at Farris Center.
- North Alabama has won six of its last seven games.
- North Alabama has won the first half in six of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of North Alabama’s last five road night games against the ASUN Conference have produced a total of 145 or fewer points.
- Each of Central Arkansas’ last four night games at Farris Center have produced a total of 145 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Central Arkansas ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (38.0%).
- Central Arkansas ranks 6th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (9.8).
- North Alabama ranks 7th among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (5.0).
- North Alabama ranks 26th among Division 1 teams for field goal attempts per game this season (62.8).
North Alabama vs Central Arkansas Prediction
North Alabama comes into this matchup after having their winning streak snapped in their last game, but that loss came against Lipscomb, who is also 12-4 in conference play. The Lions have been one of the best teams in the conference this year and they are scoring 79 points per game. Central Arkansas has won two of their last three games, but they are shooting just 40.6% from the field this year. The Bears lost to North Alabama by a score of 94-65 in their first meeting and I don’t see how this game is much different, as Central Arkansas really struggles on both ends of the floor. Take the Lions on the road.