Preview: Central Connecticut at New Haven WEST HAVEN, Conn. (Interstat) — A Northeast Conference men’s basketball matchup with implications for the league standings unfolds Thursday when the Central Connecticut Blue Devils visit the New Haven Chargers at Charger Gymnasium. Central Connecticut (13-10) enters on a two-game winning streak and sits three games above .500. The Blue Devils are coming off an 84-67 home victory over Wagner on Feb. 7, powered by 25 points from Max Frazier and 25 more from Darin Smith. Frazier, a key player to watch, is averaging 15.1 points over his last eight contests and provides a versatile threat, having recorded seven rebounds and three blocks in the win over Wagner. New Haven (10-14) looks to halt a two-game skid and avenge a 72-61 loss at Central Connecticut on Jan. 4. The Chargers fell 63-57 to Chicago State last Saturday despite a strong all-around effort from Jabri Fitzpatrick, who posted 14 points, nine rebounds and three assists. Fitzpatrick has been a consistent performer, scoring in double figures in six of his last seven games, including a 19-point outing in a win at Saint Francis (PA) on Jan. 31. The game pits Central Connecticut’s recent offensive momentum against a New Haven team seeking stability at home. The Blue Devils have averaged 81 points in their last two wins, while the Chargers have struggled offensively, failing to reach 60 points in three of their last five games. Thursday’s contest is the backend of the regular-season series. A win would give Central Connecticut a sweep and solidify its position in the upper half of the conference. For New Haven, it represents a critical opportunity to level the series and build momentum before a challenging stretch of conference play. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST. Central Connecticut visits Fairleigh Dickinson next on Saturday, while New Haven hosts Long Island on Saturday.