- Matchup: Central Michigan Chippewas vs Eastern Michigan Eagles
- Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Venue: Gervin GameAbove Center, Ypsilanti, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Central Michigan Chippewas (8-17) will travel to Gervin GameAbove Center this Tuesday to face off against the Eastern Michigan Eagles (9-17).
In their last outing, the Central Michigan Chippewas secured a decisive victory over Northern Illinois with a score of 88-46. The team displayed an impressive shooting efficiency, registering a field goal percentage of 62.7% (37 of 59) and converting 7 of 11 from beyond the arc. From the free throw line, they achieved a 70.0% success rate by sinking 7 out of 10 attempts. Dominating the boards, Central Michigan collected 32 rebounds, including 7 offensively. The team also showcased their playmaking skills with 18 assists, forced 16 turnovers from their opponents, and recorded 9 steals. Defensively, they limited Northern Illinois to a mere 27.3% shooting rate (15 of 55). The Huskies managed to distribute 6 assists and made 5 steals during the match. On the boards, Northern Illinois pulled down 29 rebounds, with 13 on the offensive end, but recorded no blocks. They struggled at the charity stripe, converting only 12 of 27 for a 44.4% rate, and hit just 4 of 20 three-point attempts. Central Michigan accrued 22 personal fouls, while Northern Illinois committed 13.
Notable performer Jaxson Whitaker contributed significantly, finishing the game with 19 points on 6 of 9 shooting. He logged 28 minutes on the court and contributed with 1 rebound and 1 assist.
Entering this match, Central Michigan holds a season record of 8-17. They average 74.0 points per game (ranked 244th in Division 1) while shooting 46.8% from the field. The Chippewas are making 32.7% of their three-point attempts (161 of 492) and have a free throw percentage of 70.5%. As a team, they grab an average of 33.1 rebounds per game and have recorded 386 assists, placing them 122nd in Division 1 in assists. The Chippewas turn the ball over 12.5 times per game and commit 17.9 personal fouls per contest.
On defense, the Chippewas force an average of 12.1 turnovers per game and commit 16.8 personal fouls. They rank 301st in allowing assists, having surrendered 392 this season. Central Michigan’s defense allows opponents to shoot 45.9% (670 of 1,461) and concedes 35.7 rebounds per game. They permit an average foe shooting percentage of 34.3% from three-point territory and are positioned 274th in Division 1 in points allowed per game (77.3).
In their latest game, the Eastern Michigan Eagles faced a setback, losing to Western Michigan 76-62. In terms of rebounding, they allowed Western Michigan to collect 43 total rebounds, including 13 offensive boards. Eastern Michigan shot a solid 56.3% from three-point range by hitting 9 of 16 and finished at the free throw line with a remarkable 82.6% (19 of 23). Defensively, they allowed Western Michigan to shoot 39.3% (24 of 61) from the field. Overall, the Eagles recorded a shooting percentage of 40.7% (24 of 59) and hit 9 of 21 three-point attempts for a rate of 42.9%. They capitalized on 55.6% efficiency from the free throw line after drawing 9 foul shots from Western Michigan, who committed 11 fouls. Eastern Michigan committed 8 turnovers and registered 1 steal, securing 22 defensive rebounds and 6 offensive boards for a total of 28 rebounds.
Addison Patterson played a key role for the Eagles, scoring 22 points during his 30 minutes on the court while also delivering 4 assists. He shot 47.6% (10 of 21) from the field and contributed with 9 rebounds.
The Eagles carry a win-loss record of 9-17 for the season. Offensively, they shoot 44.7% from the field, placing them 213th among colleges. Eastern Michigan has tallied 1,850 total points for the year, averaging 71.2 points per game, and nets 35.4 rebounds per contest. They average 12.8 assists per game (ranking 274th in Division 1) and yield 11.8 turnovers per game. The Eagles commit an average of 18.2 personal fouls per game and convert 72.1% of their free throw attempts.
Defensively, the Eagles limit opponents to 33.3% shooting from three-point range (180 of 540) and allow 72.9% at the free throw line. They concede 13.4 assists and 35.5 total rebounds per game, ranking 183rd and 241st in the nation, respectively. The Eagles rank 173rd in Division 1 in points allowed per game, giving up an average of 73.4. They force 11.4 turnovers per game and allow opponents to shoot 43.9% from the field (ranked 179th in Division 1).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Eastern Michigan
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