Boston College Eagles vs Duke Blue Devils Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The upcoming ACC matchup between the Boston College Eagles and the Duke Blue Devils is set to take place on Saturday afternoon. Boston College recently suffered a narrow defeat against Florida State as they failed to cover as favorites. In contrast, Duke comfortably secured a victory over Notre Dame, narrowly covering as favorites. This is the sole game between these teams this season, with Duke having swept the series against Boston College last year. The game will be held at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham and can be watched on ESPN. Currently, Duke is favored to win with the opening line set at -12, and the current line standing at -12.5.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Eagles +550 | Blue Devils -900

Spread: Eagles +12.5 (-110) | Blue Devils -12.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Duke will win straight-up is 90%.

Boston College Eagles

The Boston College Eagles recently suffered a narrow loss against Florida State, falling short by just one point despite a tight and competitive game. Quinten Post, a senior center from the Netherlands, showcased his skills with an impressive performance of 21 points and 12 rebounds, leading the team in scoring and rebounding. His contributions have been consistent throughout the season, averaging 16.4 points and 7.8 rebounds per game, and displaying versatility by also excelling in three-point shooting. Another key player on the team is Claudell Harris Jr., a junior guard who stands at 6'3". Harris has made 52 three-pointers this season, with a success rate of 39.1%. He ranks second on the team in scoring, averaging 14.0 points per game. Jaeden Zackery, a 6'2" junior point guard, serves as the primary ballhandler and leads the team with 4.3 assists per game, while also contributing 11.6 points per game. Devin McGlockton, a 6'7" forward, completes the group of double-digit scorers with an average of 10.8 points per game and 6.4 rebounds per game. Boston College is currently ranked 92nd overall according to KenPom. Their offense ranks 65th in efficiency, while the defense ranks 140th. The team's pace of play places them at the 188th fastest tempo. In terms of the NCAA Tournament, the ACC is projected to receive four invitations, but Boston College would need to win the ACC Tournament to secure a spot. In regard to injuries, G Prince Aligbe, who contributes an average of 6.2 points per game, is listed as questionable. In terms of statistics, Boston College holds a power ranking of 250. Offensively, they rank 136th with an average of 75.73 points per game. Their shooting percentages are 46.22% for field goals, 74.79% for free throws, and 35.98% for three-pointers, placing them at 95th, 64th, and 84th respectively in the NCAAB. They average 35.00 rebounds per game, 13.82 offensive assists, and 10.59 turnovers, ranking 218th, 137th, and 71st respectively. Defensively, Boston College allows opponents to make 44.03% of their field the takeaway and the triple, love to see it @claudeljr_ ➡️ @jaedenzackery pic.twitter.com/LC10uOdVbR