The Saint Louis Billikens (5-1) will travel to Silvio O. Conte Forum to challenge the Boston College Eagles (4-2). Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, and can be seen on ACC Network.
Saint Louis Billikens vs. Boston College Eagles ATS Odds
In their last contest, the Eagles fell to the DePaul Blue Demons, 72-67, while the Billikens beat the Belmont Bruins, 60-55.
The Billikens, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 36.3, had an absurd mark of 44.0 and held the Bruins to an effective field goal percentage of 0.363 (below their season average of 0.565). Boston College, on the other hand, did a terrific job of making free throws (17-19; 89.5 percent). Boston College was led by Julian Rishwain, who contributed 15 points. Hasahn French fueled Saint Louis with 21 points, 24 rebounds and seven blocks.
The offense of Boston College will square off against the stingy defense of Saint Louis. Dating back to the 2018-19 season, the Eagles rank 232nd in offensive efficiency, while the Billikens are 37th in defensive efficiency. The Billikens should have the edge on that side of the ball. Moreover, the Billikens have been among the nation’s elite on the offensive backboards, ranking 13th in offensive rebounding percentage (36.3 percent). The Eagles, meanwhile, rank 314th in defensive rebounding percentage (68.3 percent).
Saint Louis Billikens at Boston College Eagles Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Saint Louis, ATS Winner – Saint Louis, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Saint Louis averages 40.0 rebounds per game, which ranks 13th in the NCAA. Boston College ranks 299th in rebounds allowed per game (38.8).
- The Billikens average 7.3 steals per game, which ranks 62nd in the NCAA. The Eagles rank 134th in steals allowed per game (6.1).
- Saint Louis averages 13.2 assists per game, which ranks 172nd in the NCAA. Boston College ranks 209th in assists allowed per game (13.6).
- The Billikens rank 85th in three pointers allowed per game (20.8) while the Eagles rank 270th (24.6).
- Boston College ranks 108th in blocks allowed per game (3.1) while Saint Louis ranks 226th (3.9).
