DePaul Blue Demons vs. Boston College Eagles ATS Prediction 11/23/19

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The undefeated DePaul Blue Demons (5-0) try to remain undefeated when they square off against the Boston College Eagles (4-1) at Silvio O. Conte Forum. The game starts at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 23, 2019.

DePaul Blue Demons vs. Boston College Eagles Betting Odds

Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Eagles defeated the Eastern Washington Eagles 72-68, while the Blue Demons won big over the Cornell Big Red 75-54.

DePaul played a flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.190 (matching their season average) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 45.2 (above their season average of 23.4). For those same stats, Cornell recorded marks of 0.105 and 30.0, respectively. Boston College, on the other hand, did a great job of getting and making free throws (19-26; 73.1 percent). Boston College rallied around Nik Popovic, who contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds. Meanwhile, Paul Reed had a good game for DePaul, contributing 18 points and 12 rebounds.

The Eagles won the sole game between these two teams last season, 65-62. Boston College’s 0.154 free throw rate was their biggest strength over DePaul, who had a rate of 0.085.

It could be a tough game for Boston College on the offensive glass. The Eagles rank 200th in offensive rebounding percentage (28.1 percent), while DePaul ranks 75th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.2 percent) since the 2018-19 season.

DePaul Blue Demons at Boston College Eagles Odds Pick

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

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • DePaul ranks 48th in rebounds allowed per game (32.4) while Boston College ranks 295th (38.6).
  • The Blue Demons rank 104th in steals per game (6.8) while the Eagles rank 129th in steals allowed per game (6.1).
  • The Eagles average 21.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 178th in the NCAA. The Blue Demons rank 286th in three pointers allowed per game (25.3).
  • DePaul averages 14.4 assists per game, which ranks 87th in the NCAA. Boston College ranks 194th in assists allowed per game (13.6).