Boston College Eagles at Syracuse Orange Free Prediction 02/09/19

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The Boston College Eagles (11-10, 2-7 ACC) will be at the Carrier Dome to challenge the Syracuse Orange (16-7, 7-3 ACC) in an ACC matchup. The game starts at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 9, 2019, and will air on ESPN 3.

Boston College Eagles vs. Syracuse Orange ATS Odds

Both teams lost big in their last matchup. The Orange fell to the 22nd-ranked Florida State Seminoles, 80-62, while the Eagles were defeated by the second-ranked Duke Blue Devils, 80-55.

Boston College had a better effective field goal percentage (0.411 vs. 0.500) while Syracuse had a free throw rate of 0.294 (above their season average of 0.261). Syracuse rallied around Oshae Brissett, who contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds. Ky Bowman, meanwhile had a good outing for Boston College, putting up 11 points, six rebounds and six assists.

In their first matchup this season, Tyus Battle led the Orange to a 77-71 victory. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 31 points. The Orange’s turnover percentage was their biggest advantage over the Eagles. Syracuse had a rate of 17.0, while Boston College posted a mark of 20.3.

Syracuse should have the advantage on the defensive side of the ball. The Orange currently rank 51st in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.473), while Boston College is 221st in effective field goal percentage (0.502).

Boston College Eagles at Syracuse Orange Free Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Syracuse, ATS Winner – Boston College, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Syracuse ranks 32nd in steals per game (7.9) while Boston College ranks 181st (5.3).
  • The Eagles rank 120th in rebounds per game (36.4) while the Orange rank 192nd in rebounds allowed per game (36.1).
  • Boston College ranks 193rd in assists per game (12.4) while Syracuse ranks 213th in assists allowed per game (14.9).
  • The Orange average 24.2 three pointers per game, which ranks 96th in the nation. The Eagles rank 244th in three pointers allowed per game (25.5).
  • Syracuse ranks 17th in blocks per game (5.0) while Boston College ranks 132nd (3.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Orange have been outscored by an average of 1.0 point in their last five games. For the season, Syracuse has defeated opponents by an average of 6.3 points.
  • During their last five games, the Eagles have scored an average of 70.2 points per game (0.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 75.8 points per game (5.9 above their season average).