Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Mercyhurst Lakers predictions, Feb 26, 2026

Feb 26, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils prepare to host the Mercyhurst Lakers on February 26, 2026, fans can expect an exciting clash in NCAA College Basketball. The Blue Devils come into this matchup with a strong recent form, winning 4 of their last 5 games, showcasing their offensive efficiency and tenacity on defense. Their ability to control the tempo and dictate plays has been pivotal in their success, suggesting they will look to leverage home-court advantage against the Lakers.

Conversely, the Mercyhurst Lakers have struggled somewhat, managing just 2 wins in their last 5 outings. Despite this, the Lakers possess individual talent that can turn games, particularly if they find their rhythm from long range and improve their rebounding efforts.

Bookmakers have placed odds at 1.6 for a home victory and 2.2 for an away win, indicating a slight favoring of the Blue Devils. Our model gives the Blue Devils a 56.5% chance of winning, compared to a 43.5% chance for the Lakers, with a projected final score of 72-69. While Central Connecticut appears to be in the driver’s seat, the unpredictability of college basketball means that fans should expect a competitive encounter with no guaranteed outcomes.

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CCSU
57.8%		 Mercyhurst
42.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 72:69

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.61 2.13

Latest Results

21.02.26 Chicago State Cougars basketball – Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – 70:51
19.02.26 Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – Le Moyne Dolphins basketball – 78:77
14.02.26 Fairleigh Dickinson Knights basketball – Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – 57:63
12.02.26 New Haven Chargers basketball – Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – 76:81
07.02.26 Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – Wagner Seahawks basketball – 84:67		 21.02.26 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – LIU Sharks basketball – 91:83
19.02.26 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – Wagner Seahawks basketball – 80:83 OT
14.02.26 St. Francis PA Red Flash basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 79:94
12.02.26 Le Moyne Dolphins basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 58:57
07.02.26 Fairleigh Dickinson Knights basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 55:52

Facts

  • CCSU is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Mercyhurst has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • CCSU is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • We predict that CCSU will win today’s game, with odds of 1.6.
  • In the last 3 head-to-head matches, CCSU won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 196:192. (average 65.3:64).
  • Including home match between the teams, CCSU won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 73:63.

    Latest Head To Head

    19.01.26 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – 79:61
    13.02.25 Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 73:63
    05.01.25 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – 50:62

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (15.81%)

    2. Duke Blue Devils: 5.25 (14.31%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.66%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (7.15%)

    5. Florida Gators: 12.5 (6.01%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.37%)

    7. Iowa State: 14 (5.37%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 18 (4.17%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.89%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.42%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.83%)

    12. Michigan State: 51 (1.47%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.47%)

    14. St. Johns Red Storm: 51 (1.47%)

    15. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.12%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.12%)

    17. Louisville: 67 (1.12%)

    18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.12%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.12%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)

    21. Brigham Young: 81 (0.93%)

    22. North Carolina: 101 (0.74%)

    23. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

    24. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

    26. Texas Tech: 151 (0.5%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

    28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

    29. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

    30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.37%)

    31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

    34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

    35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

    43. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    44. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    45. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    46. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    47. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    48. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    49. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

    50. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    51. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.08%)

    52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

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