A six-game home winning streak is on the line for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (6-2, 0-1 ACC) when they challenge the Boston College Eagles (4-5, 1-0 ACC) at Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 7, 2019, and can be seen on ESPNU.
Boston College Eagles at Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Odds
Both teams were blown out in their last game. The Fighting Irish fell to the third-ranked Maryland Terrapins, 72-51, while the Eagles were defeated by the Northwestern Wildcats, 82-64.
Boston College had a better turnover percentage (15.1 vs. 19.1) while Notre Dame had a better free throw rate (0.129 vs. 0.149). Notre Dame received a boost from John Mooney, who recorded 17 points and 12 rebounds. Jairus Hamilton, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Boston College with 12 points.
The Fighting Irish dominated this series last year, winning both games. In the last matchup, Notre Dame won 79-73. Notre Dame did an excellent job of converting from the free throw line (15-18; 83.3 percent). Boston College, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (39.5 vs. 20.0).
Notre Dame appears to have the advantage on the defensive side of the ball. The Fighting Irish rank 97th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.480), while Boston College is 278th in effective field goal percentage (0.483) since the 2018-19 season.
Boston College Eagles vs. Notre Dame Fighting Irish Odds Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Notre Dame, ATS Winner – Boston College, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Notre Dame ranks 42nd in three pointers attempted per game (26.3) while Boston College ranks 261st in three pointers allowed per game (24.4).
- The Fighting Irish rank 47th in blocks per game (4.3) while the Eagles rank 130th (3.3).
- Notre Dame averages 13.5 assists per game, which ranks 137th in the country. Boston College ranks 216th in assists allowed per game (13.7).
- The Fighting Irish rank 79th in rebounds per game (37.6) while the Eagles rank 296th in rebounds allowed per game (39.0).
- Notre Dame ranks 13th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while Boston College ranks 143rd (6.3).