The Minnesota Golden Gophers (5-0) try to remain perfect when they square off against the Boston College Eagles (4-1) at Silvio O. Conte Forum. The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Monday, November 26, 2018, and will air on ESPN2.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Boston College Eagles ATS Prediction
The Golden Gophers come in on a high note after narrowly defeating the Washington Huskies in their last contest, 68-66. The Golden Gophers, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.2, had a phenomenal mark of 43.6, while the Huskies had a turnover percentage of 23.1 (above their season average of 15.3). With 18 points on 7-for-9 shooting, Jordan Murphy led Minnesota in scoring.
The last time the Eagles took the court, they defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers, 78-66. Boston College’s effective field goal percentage was their biggest strength over Loyola Chicago. The Eagles had a rate of 0.578 (above their season average of 0.507), while the Ramblers posted a mark of 0.482 (below their season average of 0.583). Jordan Chatman was the top scorer from either team with 20 points on 7-for-13 shooting from the field.
Points at the line could be rare for Boston College in this contest. Dating back to the 2017-18 season, the Eagles rank 178th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.240, while Minnesota ranks 41st in FTA rate allowed (0.193).
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Boston College Eagles ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Minnesota, ATS Winner – Boston College, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Boston College ranks 88th in rebounds per game (37.2) while Minnesota ranks 265th in rebounds allowed per game (37.2).
The Eagles rank 94th in blocks allowed per game (3.0) while the Golden Gophers rank 262nd (4.7).
Boston College ranks 108th in three pointers attempted per game (23.5) while Minnesota ranks 264th (19.5).
The Eagles average 13.8 assists per game, which ranks 145th in the country. The Golden Gophers rank 254th in assists allowed per game (14.8).
Minnesota ranks 222nd in steals per game (5.5) while Boston College ranks 266th (4.9).
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