The Boston College Eagles (12-12, 6-7 ACC) will be at the Watsco Center to meet the Miami Hurricanes (11-12, 3-10 ACC) in an ACC matchup. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 12, 2020.
Boston College Eagles vs. Miami Hurricanes ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Hurricanes were blown out by the eighth-ranked Florida State Seminoles, 99-81, while the Eagles were victorious over the Virginia Tech Hokies, 77-73.
The Eagles made 20 of their 26 free throws (76.9 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.538 (above their season average of 0.461). Miami, on the other hand, forced Florida State into a turnover percentage of 20.5 (above their season average of 16.6). Sam Waardenburg played a pivotal role for Miami with 15 points. Steffon Mitchell, meanwhile had a good game for Boston College, putting up 21 points, 15 rebounds and six assists.
The Eagles won the only game between these two teams last season, 64-57. The Eagles’ offensive rebounding percentage was their largest advantage over the Hurricanes. Boston College had a rate of 31.3, while Miami posted a mark of 23.1. This is the first time these teams will battle this year.
Boston College could have difficulty getting to the charity stripe in this showdown. The Eagles currently rank 256th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.208, while Miami ranks ninth in FTA rate allowed (0.153).
Boston College Eagles at Miami Hurricanes Odds Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Boston College, ATS Winner – Boston College, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Boston College ranks 36th in steals per game (8.2) while Miami ranks 167th (6.0).
- The Eagles rank 236th in rebounds per game (33.4) while the Hurricanes rank 260th in rebounds allowed per game (38.6).
- Boston College averages 22.5 three pointers per game, which ranks 131st in the NCAA. Miami ranks 150th in three pointers allowed per game (21.9).
- The Eagles rank 155th in assists allowed per game (12.8) while the Hurricanes rank 257th (16.2).
- Boston College averages 2.9 blocks per game, which ranks 139th in the NCAA. Miami ranks 165th in blocks allowed per game (4.3).
Bettings Trends:
- The Hurricanes’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 9.4, up from 3.9 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 66.6 points per game (1.7 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.6 points per game (1.2 above their season average).
