Boston College Upsets Virginia in ACC Tournament Quarterfinals, Advances to Semifinals

Game outlook

Today marked the conclusion of Day 3 of the basketball tournament, where the remaining 8 teams battled it out for a chance to win the title and secure an automatic bid to March Madness. In a quarterfinal matchup, the 11th-seeded team faced off against the third-seeded team in a highly anticipated game. Boston College advanced to the quarterfinals after a stunning victory over Clemson, while Virginia closed their regular season with a strong win over Georgia Tech. With Virginia being the betting favorite at -5, the game promises to be an exciting one for fans and bettors alike.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Eagles +185 | Cavaliers -225

Spread: Eagles +5 (-110) | Cavaliers -5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 125 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Virginia will win straight-up is 69%.

Boston College Eagles

Boston College had a dominant performance against Clemson in the ACC Tournament, leading to a second one-sided win and improving their overall record to 19-14. They utilized strong offensive runs and solid defense to secure a 79-59 victory. Leading the charge was Claudell Harris Jr., who contributed 27 points and five rebounds. The Eagles' offensive capabilities are highlighted by their scoring average of 75.00 points per game, shooting percentages of 46.04% from the field and 36.29% from beyond the arc, as well as a 75.00% success rate from the free-throw line. Defensively, they allow an average of 72.27 points per game, with opposing teams shooting 43.99% from the field and 34.69% from three-point range. Overall, Boston College ranks 139th in offense and 188th in defense according to power rankings. Their well-rounded performance both offensively and defensively positions them as a formidable team in the ACC tournament. Got 'em with the fake for ✌️ MJ's up to a game-high 24 PTS! Eagles up 60-45 with 5:55 remaining. pic.twitter.com/WkhgiOkDjo