North Alabama Lions vs Central Arkansas Bears predictions, Feb 09, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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On February 9, 2026, the North Alabama Lions will host the Central Arkansas Bears in what promises to be an intriguing NCAA College Basketball clash. Analyzing the recent form of both teams reveals a stark contrast; the Lions have struggled, managing to secure only one victory in their last five outings. This inconsistency may affect their morale and confidence heading into this matchup.

In contrast, the Bears are currently riding a wave of success, having won their last five games convincingly. Their recent performances suggest a well-rounded team dynamic, highlighting both offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. Central Arkansas has shown a knack for adjusting tactics mid-game, often breaking down opposing defenses with effective spacing and timely ball movement.

According to bookmakers, the odds reflect the current disparity, with North Alabama at 3.25 and Central Arkansas at 1.27. As the Lions look to leverage home-court advantage, they will need to address their scoring struggles and improve their defensive framework to compete effectively against a Bears team in formidable form. While the Bears enter as favorites, the unpredictability of college basketball ensures that the Lions have a platform to mount an upset.

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North Alabama
28.1%

Central Arkansas
71.9%

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	3.25		1.27

Latest Results

07.02.26 Austin Peay Governors basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 91:62
04.02.26 Central Arkansas Bears basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 81:60
31.01.26 Stetson Mad Hatters basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 66:68
29.01.26 Florida Gulf Coast Eagles basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 72:64
21.01.26 Queens Royals basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 87:62

07.02.26 Lipscomb Bisons basketball – Central Arkansas Bears basketball – 78:86
04.02.26 Central Arkansas Bears basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 81:60
31.01.26 Central Arkansas Bears basketball – Eastern Kentucky Colonels basketball – 90:81
28.01.26 Queens Royals basketball – Central Arkansas Bears basketball – 90:100
22.01.26 West Georgia Wolves basketball – Central Arkansas Bears basketball – 65:86

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, North Alabama won 3.

North Alabama is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Central Arkansas is in superb shape, having picked up a string of victories recently (last 5 games: 5 wins).

Recently, North Alabama has had a series of away games.

In this match, Central Arkansas is a strong favorite.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, North Alabama won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 730:687. (average 81.1:76.3).

Including home matches between the teams, North Alabama won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 329:296. (average 82.3:74).

Latest Head To Head

04.02.26 Central Arkansas Bears basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 81:60
24.02.25 Central Arkansas Bears basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 70:93
01.02.25 North Alabama Lions basketball – Central Arkansas Bears basketball – 94:65
01.03.24 Central Arkansas Bears basketball – North Alabama Lions basketball – 78:82
06.01.24 North Alabama Lions basketball – Central Arkansas Bears basketball – 81:84

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 5.15 (12.95%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.88 (11.35%)

3. Michigan Tech: 6 (11.12%)

4. Duke Blue Devils: 7.2 (9.26%)

5. Houston Cougars: 10.8 (6.18%)

6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 12.2 (5.47%)

7. Connecticut Huskies: 15.8 (4.22%)

8. Florida Gators: 17 (3.92%)

9. Iowa State: 17 (3.92%)

10. Kansas Jayhawks: 20.6 (3.24%)

11. Purdue Boilermakers: 25.4 (2.63%)

12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 26 (2.57%)

13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 31 (2.15%)

14. Texas Tech: 34.4 (1.94%)

15. Michigan State: 36 (1.85%)

16. North Carolina: 51 (1.31%)

17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1%)

18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1%)

19. Brigham Young: 67 (1%)

20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1%)

21. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1%)

22. Louisville: 81 (0.82%)

23. Arkansas Razorbacks: 81 (0.82%)

24. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.82%)

25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.66%)

26. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.66%)

27. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.66%)

28. Clemson: 126 (0.53%)

29. Auburn Tigers: 126 (0.53%)

30. NC State: 151 (0.44%)

31. UCF Knights: 201 (0.33%)

32. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.33%)

33. Texas A&M: 201 (0.33%)

34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.27%)

35. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.27%)

36. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.27%)

37. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.27%)

38. Miami (FL): 251 (0.27%)

39. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.27%)

40. UCLA: 251 (0.27%)

41. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.19%)

42. USC Trojans: 351 (0.19%)

43. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.13%)

44. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.13%)

45. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.13%)

46. New Mexico: 501 (0.13%)

47. San Diego State: 501 (0.13%)

48. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.13%)

49. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.09%)

50. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

51. LSU: 1001 (0.07%)

52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

54. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

55. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

56. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

57. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)

58. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

59. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

60. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

61. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

62. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

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