The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils (1-14) are currently on a six-game losing streak and will compete against the Sacred Heart Pioneers (2-13) at William H. Detrick Gymnasium. The game starts at 7:00 pm ET on Thursday, Jan. 14.
The Blue Devils got blown out by Fairleigh Dickinson 92-73 the last time they played. Malik Toppin was the top performer for the Blue Devils, contributing 14 points, six rebounds, and two blocks. The Pioneers are coming off a 76-59 loss at the hands of Wagner in their last outing. Matej Buovac played well for Sacred Heart, recording 10 points, five rebounds, and one block.
Over the last five games, Cane Broome has been on a tear for the Pioneers. During that stretch, he has averaged 24.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.4 steals, and 2.2 three-pointers.
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Central Connecticut State lost its last game by a 19-point margin. In games decided by a margin of 18 points or more, Sacred Heart is 0-4. Central Connecticut State is 0-6 in blowouts this season.
The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils average a field goal percentage of 39.8% this season. The Sacred Heart Pioneers have a subpar record of 1-12 when opponents have a FG% of 39.8% or greater.
The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils and the Sacred Heart Pioneers both rank higher in average field goal percentage when compared to their effective field goal percentages. Central Connecticut State is 334th and 326th in the nation for eFG% and FG% respectively, while Sacred Heart ranks 288th and 246th in these categories.
On average, Central Connecticut State makes 4.9 steals per game. Sacred Heart is an abysmal 2-11 when it gives up at least 4 steals.
