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Boston College Looks to Upset NC State in ACC Matchup - Betting Line Favors Wolfpack by 8.5 Points

In this upcoming matchup, the struggling Boston College team (10-14, 2-11 ACC) will face off against the NC State team (9-15, 2-11 ACC) in a battle of two teams near the bottom of the league standings. Last season, NC State emerged victorious when these two teams met, winning by 11 points at home. Boston College is looking to bounce back from a close loss to Notre Dame, where they covered as underdogs. Meanwhile, NC State is coming off a disappointing loss to Louisville where they failed to cover the spread. The game is scheduled for 2:00 EST and will be broadcasted on the ACC Network. The current betting line favors NC State at -8.5. Stay tuned for our prediction on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles +310 | Wolfpack -398
• Spread: Eagles +8.5 (-110) | Wolfpack -8.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 138 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that NC State will win straight-up is 80%.

Boston College vs NC State Stats

Boston College Eagles

The Boston College Eagles are currently tied for last place in the conference with a 2-11 ACC record, alongside NC State and Miami. Despite their struggles, they have shown potential with key players like Chad Venning and Donald Hand Jr. leading the team in scoring. Boston College ranks 207th overall according to KenPom, with average offensive and defensive efficiency rankings. Offensively, the Eagles shoot decent percentages from the field, free throw line, and three-point range, but struggle with rebounding and turnovers. Defensively, they allow high percentages in field goals and three-pointers, while also struggling with rebounding. With a power ranking of 346 and low rankings in various statistical categories, Boston College is not projected to make the NCAA Tournament this season.

NC State Wolfpack Analysis

The NC State Wolfpack are currently struggling with a nine-game losing streak and are desperate for a win. They have not won a game since January 8th and would need to win the ACC Tournament to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament this season. Their top scorer is Marcus Hill, a senior guard averaging 12.8 PPG, and their top shooter is Jayden Taylor, a senior with 35 made threes. Brandon Huntley-Hatfield is their top frontcourt player, averaging 8.0 PPG and 5.2 RPG. NC State's power ranking is 250, and they rank 294th in offense and 95th in defense. They have struggled offensively, shooting 43.00% from the field and 31.97% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 44.97% from the field and 34.07% from three-point range. The team is currently 9-15 overall and will need to improve their performance to secure more wins in the future.

Boston College a Strong Bet to Cover Spread Against Struggling NC State

It is a considerable point spread for NC State to be favored by given their current nine-game losing streak. The Wolfpack's lack of motivation and slim chances of making the NCAA Tournament make them a risky choice. On the other hand, Boston College has shown improvement with at least one league win per week over the past two weeks. Their size advantage with Venning and Strong could pose a challenge for NC State's guard-heavy lineup. Additionally, NC State's slow tempo may prevent them from pulling away in a potential victory. Boston College's top scorer, Hand, along with their strong frontcourt, make them a compelling choice to cover the 9.5-point spread against a struggling NC State team. In this matchup, taking Boston College to cover the spread seems like a wise decision.

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