CONWAY, Ark. — Central Arkansas (16-10, 11-2 ASUN) secured an 84-76 victory over Bellarmine (11-14, 6-7 ASUN) on Wednesday night at the Farris Center. These two teams played a month ago in Kentucky with Bellarmine coming out on top in overtime. But tonight, the Bears capitalized on turnovers, converting 21 points off the Knights' 16 turnovers. This victory marked the Bears' ninth consecutive win, placing them in second place in the ASUN standings, two wins ahead of third place. 

Central Arkansas and Bellarmine engaged in a tightly contested first half, with the Knights edging out the Bears 34-33 at the end of the half. Bellarmine's Kenyon Goodin was instrumental, hitting multiple 3-pointers, including one at the 5:31 mark, to help his team maintain a slight lead. Central Arkansas responded with a strong finish, highlighted by Ty Robinson's fast-break 3-pointer at 2:23, which momentarily put them ahead. However, Bellarmine regained the lead in the final minute with two free throws from Brian Waddell, securing a narrow advantage going into the break.

Central Arkansas overcame an early deficit in the second half to secure a decisive 84-76 victory over Bellarmine. Malchiah Marable's consistent performance, including a key dunk at 6:54 and two free throws in the final minute, helped maintain the home team's momentum. The Bears capitalized on the Knights' turnovers, with Ty Robinson, Luke Moore and Camren Hunter contributing crucial 3-pointers and free throws. Cole McCormick scored 10 points for the 9th consecutive game. The Bears also achieved a season-high of 13 steals and made 12 three-point field goals, exceeding their season average of 10.75.

Camren Hunter  
- 18 points  
- 5 assists  
- 4 steals  
- 8 rebounds  
- Recorded at least 18 total points in 3 consecutive games.

Javion Guy-King  
- 12 points  
- 5 assists  
- 3 steals  

Ty Robinson  
- 15 points  
- 4/6 three-pointers made  
- 2 steals  

Malchiah Marable  
- 9 points  
- 3 blocks  
- 7 rebounds  

Luke Moore  
- 14 points  
- 4/6 three-pointers made  

In their next game, the Bears will host West Georgia on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 1 p.m. in Conway, Arkansas.