The Northwestern Wildcats (3-3) will travel to Silvio O. Conte Forum to take on the Boston College Eagles (4-4). The game can be seen on ESPNU at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
Northwestern Wildcats at Boston College Eagles ATS Odds
Both teams fell in their last game. The Eagles were blown out by the Richmond Spiders, 64-44, while the Wildcats lost to the Pittsburgh Panthers, 72-59.
Northwestern did a great job of converting from the free throw line (14-16; 87.5 percent) while Boston College held Richmond to an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.1 (below their season average of 26.0). Boston College was lifted by Jay Heath, who finished with 14 points. Pat Spencer played well for Northwestern, contributing 18 points.
Boston College might have trouble putting up points as they face off against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Northwestern ranks 74th in defensive efficiency, while the Eagles rank 275th in offensive efficiency dating back to the 2018-19 season.
Northwestern Wildcats vs. Boston College Eagles Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Boston College, ATS Winner – Northwestern, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Northwestern ranks 13th in three pointers allowed per game (18.6) while Boston College ranks 272nd (24.5).
- The Eagles rank 209th in steals per game (5.9) while the Wildcats rank 257th (5.3).
- Northwestern averages 4.0 blocks per game, which is ranked 85th in the NCAA. Boston College ranks 94th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
- The Eagles average 36.5 rebounds per game, which ranks 122nd in the NCAA. The Wildcats rank 232nd in rebounds allowed per game (36.2).
- Northwestern ranks 128th in assists per game (13.8) while Boston College ranks 237th (12.5).
