Wolfpack(+2) take on the Eagles(-2) on Saturday, 12/2/2023 @ 4:00pm EST at the Silvio O. Conte Forum Stadium.
5. NC State and Boston College have a long-standing rivalry, with NC State's record advantage in all-time series at 16-13. Both teams look to make a statement with a victory
Game outlook
5. NC State and Boston College have a long-standing rivalry, with NC State's record advantage in all-time series at 16-13. Both teams look to make a statement with a victory when they face off this Saturday, November 30, 2019.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Wolfpack +112 | Eagles -136
Spread: Wolfpack +2 (-110) | Eagles -2 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 151.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston College will win straight-up is 58%.
NC State Wolfpack
NC State has had a strong start to the season, however, they enter their conference opener after two straight losses. Their offense and defense is ranked 127th and 163rd respectively, with an average of 77.5 points scored per game and 70.2 points allowed per game. They shoot 43.8% from the field with seven three-pointers a night at a 30.9% conversion rate. They average 37.17 rebounds and 14.2 assists per game, but 9.5 turnovers a night. Defensively, they allow 43.07% field goals, 69.7% from the free throw line and 33.59% from three-pointers. They average 37.17 defensive rebounds and 11 defensive assists per game, but 15 turnovers.
Boston College Eagles Analysis
Boston College Eagles earned a 5-2 record and snapped a two-game slide in their matchup against Vanderbilt in the ACC/SEC Challenge. Their victory was backed by a strong performance from Quinten Post, who finished the game with 24 points, 7 rebounds and 3 blocks. On statics, Boston College are #179 for offense (scoring an average of 75.29 points per game), #143 for defense (giving up an average of 69.29 points per game) and boasting an impressive 83.2% free throw percentage (ranked #2 in the NCAAB). They are 45.35% field goal, 33.57% three-pointers, 36.86 rebounds, 13 offensive assists and 10.57 turnovers per game. Defensively, the Eagles allowed an average of 42.79% field goals, 73.91% free throws, 37.42% three-pointers, 34.14 defensive rebounds, 12.57 defensive assists and 12.71 turnovers per game.