Patriot League foes will collide when the Boston University Terriers (17-13) challenge the Holy Cross Crusaders (10-18) at Case Gym. Action begins at 12:00 pm ET on Saturday, Feb. 27.
The Terriers are hoping to rebound after their 80-71 loss to Army on Tuesday. Cheddi Mosely had a good outing, recording 18 points, two steals, and two rebounds for Boston University. The Crusaders, meanwhile, are feeling some disappointment after their 78-63 loss against Loyola Maryland on Wednesday. Karl Charles led the team in scoring with 15 points.
This is the second game of the season between these two teams, with the Crusaders winning the first matchup 80-64. Despite the loss, Nathan Dieudonne had a standout performance with 18 points, nine rebounds, two assists, and two three-pointers.
Notes
The Boston University Terriers average 69.6 possessions and 1.051 points per possession in games this season. The Holy Cross Crusaders average fewer possessions with 65.9, as well as fewer points per possession with .986.
The Boston University Terriers average an effective field goal percentage of 52.2% this season. The Holy Cross Crusaders have an underachieving record of 4-13 when opponents have an eFG% of 52.2% or greater.
On average, Boston University attempts 21.0 three pointers and Holy Cross attempts 21.0. In games where they have 20 or more three point attempts, the Boston University Terriers have an 8-10 record while the Holy Cross Crusaders have a poor 5-12 record.
Holy Cross ranks 329th in offensive rebounds, while Boston University ranks at 70th in defensive rebounds.
Boston University has forced an average turnover percentage of 17.1% this season. Holy Cross has a subpar 4-8 record when its TO% is 17.1% or higher.
