The Boston College Eagles (5-1) go head-to-head against the Sacred Heart Pioneers (3-4) at Silvio O. Conte Forum. The game will air on ACC Network at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 29, 2018.
Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. Boston College Eagles Betting Prediction
The last time the Pioneers played, they topped the Hartford Hawks, 98-89. The Pioneers, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 31.7, had a phenomenal mark of 37.0 and had a free throw rate of 0.431 (above their season average of 0.203). Cameron Parker played a key role for Sacred Heart with 12 points and 10 assists.
The Eagles defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers in their last game, 68-56. The Eagles held the Golden Gophers to an effective field goal percentage of 0.331 (below their season average of 0.526). The Golden Gophers had a free throw rate of 0.200 (below their season average of 0.315). With 12 points and 11 rebounds, Ky Bowman played well for Boston College.
Second-chance points could be few and far between for Boston College in this matchup. Since last season, the Eagles rank 179th in offensive rebounding percentage (29.1 percent), while Sacred Heart ranks 17th in defensive rebounding percentage (76.4 percent).
The Eagles won the only game against the Pioneers last season, 73-53. The Eagles’ 6.1 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Pioneers, who had a mark of 22.9.
Sacred Heart Pioneers vs. Boston College Eagles ATS Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Boston College, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Sacred Heart averages 13.7 assists per game, which ranks 152nd in the NCAA. Boston College ranks 177th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
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