The Boston College Eagles (11-12, 5-7 ACC) will be at Cassell Coliseum to square off with the Virginia Tech Hokies (14-9, 5-7 ACC) in an ACC matchup. Action gets underway at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Boston College Eagles vs. Virginia Tech Hokies ATS Odds
Both teams lost in their last game. The Hokies got blown out by the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, 76-57, while the Eagles were beaten by the seventh-ranked Duke Blue Devils, 63-55.
Boston College held Duke to an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.5 (below their season average of 36.9) while Virginia Tech had a free throw rate of 0.200 (above their season average of 0.174). Landers Nolley II played well for Virginia Tech with 10 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Jay Heath played well for Boston College, contributing 12 points and nine rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Jairus Hamilton led the Eagles to a 61-56 victory. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 23 points. Getting to the free throw line was one of Boston College’s biggest advantages. They had 27 free throw attempts, while Virginia Tech had just 10.
Based on each team’s statistical profile, ball protection could play an integral role in this battle. Virginia Tech commits the fourth-fewest miscues in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 14.9 percent), while the disruptive defense of Boston College forces the 46th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 22.5 percent). Additionally, the Eagles, who rank 291st in offensive rebounding percentage (24.7 percent), will go head-to-head against the Hokies, who rank 33rd in defensive rebounding percentage (76.0 percent).
Boston College Eagles at Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Virginia Tech, ATS Winner – Boston College, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Virginia Tech ranks 36th in assists per game (15.2) while Boston College ranks 194th (12.1).
- The Hokies rank 173rd in rebounds allowed per game (35.7) while the Eagles rank 274th (39.0).
- Virginia Tech ranks 50th in blocks allowed per game (2.8) while Boston College ranks 73rd (3.0).
- The Eagles rank 100th in three pointers allowed per game (20.9) while the Hokies rank 238th (24.7).
- Virginia Tech ranks second in steals allowed per game (4.1) while Boston College ranks 130th (6.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (1.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (1.6 above their season average).
- The Hokies have been outscored by an average of 8.6 points in their last five games. For the season, Virginia Tech has defeated opponents by an average of 5.6 points.
