The second-ranked Duke Blue Devils (11-1, 1-0 ACC) welcome the Boston College Eagles (8-5, 2-0 ACC) to Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils look to extend their five-game winning streak. Action begins at 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday, December 31, 2019, and can be seen on ACC Network.
Boston College Eagles at Duke Blue Devils Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Blue Devils dismantled the Brown Bears 75-50, while the Eagles were victorious over the California Golden Bears 64-60.
The Eagles knocked down 21 of their 28 free throws (75.0 percent) and held the Golden Bears to an effective field goal percentage of 0.462 (below their season average of 0.516). The Blue Devils, meanwhile, forced 18 turnovers and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 45.0 (above their season average of 38.3). Vernon Carey Jr. had a solid performance for Duke, finishing with 19 points and six rebounds. Boston College, meanwhile, received a boost from Jairus Hamilton, who put up 18 points and eight rebounds.
The Blue Devils won the lone game between these two teams last season, 80-55. The Blue Devils’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Eagles. Duke had a rate of 8.6, while Boston College posted a mark of 18.7. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Look for Duke to own the offensive glass in this showdown. The Blue Devils currently rank sixth in offensive rebounding percentage (38.9 percent), while Boston College ranks 275th in defensive rebounding percentage (69.6 percent). Additionally, the Eagles’ 309th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 94.4) will square off against the Blue Devils’ 17th-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 86.9).
Boston College at Duke Free Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Duke, ATS Winner – Boston College, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Duke ranks 11th in rebounds per game (41.7) while Boston College ranks 238th in rebounds allowed per game (39.0).
- The Blue Devils average 9.3 steals per game, which ranks 22nd in the nation. The Eagles rank 140th in steals allowed per game (7.2).
- Duke ranks 32nd in assists per game (16.2) while Boston College ranks 111th (13.6).
- The Blue Devils rank eighth in three pointers allowed per game (16.1) while the Eagles rank 134th (22.2).
- Duke ranks fifth in blocks per game (6.7) while Boston College ranks 128th (2.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Blue Devils have scored an average of 81.6 points per game (1.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 63.0 points per game (0.6 below their season average).
- The Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 5.4, up from 2.2 for the season.
