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Skyhawks vs State Blue Devils Picks and Predictions – Thursday January 8, 2026
Stonehill heads to New Britain to face Central Connecticut State on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at William H. Detrick Gymnasium. It’s a Northeast Conference game on NEC, and the market is pricing a pretty clear gap between a Blue Devils team that’s been strong at home and a Skyhawks group that’s struggled to travel.
Central Connecticut State is laying 8.5 with a -445 moneyline. Stonehill is +340, and the total is 137.5. For bettors, this one comes down to whether Stonehill can control the possession game with rebounds and shot volume, or if CCSU’s shooting efficiency builds separation early.
Stonehill Skyhawks vs Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Odds
These are the current lines, and bettors should keep tracking the market and any late movement on the updated college basketball odds.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehill Skyhawks | +340 | +8.5 (-102) | 137.5 (-110) |
| Central Connecticut State Blue Devils | -445 | -8.5 (-118) | 137.5 (-110) |
Stonehill Skyhawks Betting Form
Stonehill is coming off a 69-60 win over Wagner, which matters because it’s the exact script they need to cash as a road dog. They defended with purpose, rebounded, and avoided the extended scoring droughts that usually put them behind the eight ball. When Stonehill can keep the game in the half court and win a few “extra possession” minutes, they’re capable of hanging around.
The betting problem is the road profile. A 1-9 away record tends to show up in shot quality and turnover pressure. If the Skyhawks are settling for tougher threes or giving away live-ball turnovers, +8.5 can disappear quickly because CCSU has the shooting to turn mistakes into separation. Stonehill’s best chance is to keep generating attempts, hit enough perimeter shots to prevent CCSU from loading the paint, and make CCSU earn points at the end of the clock.
For recent game logs and trends, see Stonehill stats and results.
Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Betting Form
Central Connecticut State is coming off a 72-61 win over New Haven and has looked comfortable in its home environment this season. The Blue Devils’ edge is simple: they shoot it well, they can score without needing a fast pace, and they’re less likely to beat themselves when the game turns into a half-court execution test.
From a betting perspective, laying 8.5 is always about sustained focus. CCSU can be the better team and still let a dog hang around if the offense gets careless or the defense gives up second-chance points. The Blue Devils are at their best when they’re forcing one-and-done possessions and making opponents defend multiple actions without fouling. If CCSU wins the defensive glass and avoids empty trips, they should have enough efficient offense to cover.
To dig into splits and recent form, check Central Connecticut State schedule and stats.
Stonehill Skyhawks vs Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Matchup Breakdown
The matchup leans toward CCSU because Stonehill’s most reliable advantages are effort categories, and CCSU’s biggest strength is efficiency. If the Blue Devils shoot to their normal standard, Stonehill needs either a big three-point night or a clear edge in offensive rebounding to keep this within two possessions.
Tempo matters here. Stonehill generally benefits when the game slows and every possession becomes a half-court decision. That shortens variance and keeps +8.5 alive. CCSU doesn’t need to run, though. If they’re getting clean looks early in the clock and converting, the pace can stay moderate while the scoreboard still separates.
The swing categories are turnovers and defensive rebounding. Stonehill covering likely means they keep turnovers down and create enough second chances to offset CCSU’s shooting edge. CCSU covering likely means they force a few live-ball giveaways and end possessions with one shot. Bench minutes also matter in this number range, because a short stretch with second-unit lineups can create a quick 8-0 run that decides the spread.
Stonehill Skyhawks vs Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Predictions and Best Bets
I lean Stonehill +8.5. The number is big enough to survive a CCSU win that never really feels in doubt. If Stonehill rebounds at a high level and hits a normal share of threes, they can keep this around the 5 to 8 point range even if CCSU controls most of the night.
I’m not interested in the CCSU moneyline at -445. If you like the Blue Devils, you’re betting on margin, not just the win, so the spread is the only reasonable entry point.
On the total, I lean under 137.5. Stonehill’s best chance to stay competitive is to grind possessions, and CCSU doesn’t need to push pace. If the Blue Devils build a lead and then play a more controlled second half, the under becomes very live unless the end game turns into extended fouling.
Best Bet: Stonehill +8.5
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