The undefeated Minnesota Golden Gophers (5-0) try to remain unbeaten when they go head-to-head against the Boston College Eagles (4-1) at Silvio O. Conte Forum. The game will air on ESPN2 at 9 p.m. ET on Monday, November 26, 2018.
Minnesota Golden Gophers at Boston College Eagles Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Eagles beat the Loyola Chicago Ramblers 78-66, while the Golden Gophers won a close one over the Washington Huskies 68-66.
Minnesota dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an extraordinary offensive rebounding percentage of 43.6 (above their season average of 38.2) and a turnover percentage of 17.7 (worse than their season average of 16.9). Washington had marks of 32.0 and 23.1, respectively, for those same stats. The Eagles, meanwhile, had a great effective field goal percentage of 0.578 (above their season average of 0.507), while the Ramblers had a turnover percentage of 18.4 (above the 14.8 mark opponents have averaged against Boston College this season). Jordan Chatman had a solid performance for Boston College, contributing 20 points and six rebounds. Jordan Murphy was a key piece for Minnesota with 18 points and 11 rebounds.
Getting to the line could be scarce for Boston College in this showdown. Since 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 vs. Boston College Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Boston College, ATS Winner – Minnesota, O/U – Over
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 145th in assists per game (13.8) while 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).
- 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).
