From what I read about Centauri B, it is still a long shot to harbor advanced life. It is likely tidally locked and would lack active geology. Seasonal variation and active geology are two conditions believed to promote biodiversity, which are both huge mechanisms for robust evolution of organisms. It would have one really hot side, and one really cold side, leaving just a narrow band that would be comfortable to organic life. The system also lacks planetary giants to shelter it from impacts.
But they don't know those things as a matter of fact, but base them on sound deductions, so I agree that you should check it out to confirm. I would love it if they found something promising for sure.
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