The Central Arkansas Bears will face the Bellarmine Knights in the ASUN Tournament Quarterfinals on March 6, 2026, at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. The matchup features the No. 1 seed Bears against the No. 8 seed Knights, with a place in the next round of the tournament on the line.
Central Arkansas enters the game with strong momentum after defeating Queens in its last matchup, while Bellarmine secured a close win over Jacksonville to advance in the tournament. With both teams looking to continue their postseason run, this game promises competitive college basketball action.
Central Arkansas vs Bellarmine Game Details
| Match | Central Arkansas Bears vs Bellarmine Knights |
|---|---|
| Competition | ASUN Men’s Basketball Tournament 2026 |
| Date | March 6, 2026 |
| Venue | VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, Jacksonville |
| Tip-Off Time (USA ET) | 12:00 PM ET |
| Time (USA PT) | 9:00 AM PT |
| Time (Canada ET) | 12:00 PM ET |
| Time (India IST) | 10:30 PM IST |
Where to Watch Central Arkansas vs Bellarmine Live in the USA
Fans in the United States can watch the ASUN Tournament game live on:
- ESPN+ – Exclusive streaming platform for the matchup
The game will not be broadcast on traditional cable TV and will be available only through the ESPN+ streaming service.
Central Arkansas vs Bellarmine Live Streaming Options
Viewers can stream the game through the ESPN+ platform across multiple devices.
- ESPN+ App – Available on mobile devices, tablets, and smart TVs
- Streaming Devices – Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV supported
- Online Streaming – Accessible through ESPN’s official website
Some streaming packages may also provide ESPN+ access as part of their subscription bundle.
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Global Streaming Availability
| Region | Broadcaster / Streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
| Canada | ESPN+ / NCAA streaming partners |
| UK | NCAA digital streaming services |
| Australia | NCAA streaming partners |
| Rest of World | Official NCAA streaming platforms |
Match Preview
Central Arkansas finished the regular season as the top seed in the ASUN Conference, posting a 20–11 overall record and 15–3 conference record. The Bears have been strong offensively, averaging 80.5 points per game, while allowing 74.4 points to opponents.
Bellarmine enters the game with a 13–18 overall record and 7–11 conference record. Despite the lower seed, the Knights have shown the ability to score consistently, averaging 80.3 points per game, which could make this matchup competitive.
Team Statistical Comparison
| Team | Record | Points Per Game | Points Allowed | Scoring Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Arkansas | 20–11 (15–3 ASUN) | 80.5 | 74.4 | +6.1 |
| Bellarmine | 13–18 (7–11 ASUN) | 80.3 | 81.5 | -1.2 |
Central Arkansas has also been one of the stronger three-point shooting teams in the conference, averaging 10.6 made three-pointers per game, while Bellarmine averages 8.4 three-pointers per game.
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Key Players to Watch
Central Arkansas Bears Leaders
| Player | PPG | RPG | APG | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camren Hunter | 19.7 | 4.2 | 2.7 | 2.0 |
| Ty Robinson | 14.3 | 5.6 | 2.1 | 2.3 |
| Javion Guy-King | 9.9 | 3.9 | 1.7 | 1.5 |
| Luke Moore | 9.9 | 2.8 | 3.5 | 1.3 |
| Cole McCormick | 9.2 | 3.3 | 1.3 | 0.9 |
Bellarmine Knights Leaders
| Player | PPG | RPG | APG | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Karasinski | 21.6 | 4.8 | 1.1 | 2.3 |
| Brian Waddell | 15.0 | 4.2 | 2.1 | 0.8 |
| Kenyon Goodin | 11.8 | 2.8 | 2.0 | 2.2 |
| Tyler Doyle | 9.9 | 2.8 | 3.8 | 0.5 |
| Sam Donald | 6.4 | 3.3 | 2.0 | 1.0 |
Central Arkansas comes into the quarterfinal as the favorite thanks to its consistent offense and strong conference record. The Bears have also improved their scoring in recent games, averaging over 82 points in their last ten contests.
Bellarmine, however, has shown it can compete offensively and could challenge the Bears if their shooting remains efficient. Tournament games often produce surprises, and both teams will be determined to advance to the next round.
Fans can watch the action live on ESPN+ as the ASUN Tournament continues with this key quarterfinal matchup.
