Florida State Seminoles vs Boston College Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/25
The Seminoles and Eagles are set to face off at 2:00 ET on ACCN. The Eagles will host the game at Silvio Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, MA. In this Atlantic Coast matchup, Florida State is favored bt -5.5 vs. Boston College. The over/under for the game is 147.5 points.
FLORIDA STATE SEMINOLES VS BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES BETTING PICK
The Pick: Boston College Eagles +5.5
This game will be played at Silvio Conte Forum at 2:00 ET on Saturday, February 1st.
WHY BET THE BOSTON COLLEGE EAGLES:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Eagles.
- Not only will Boston College pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 145 points.
Can the Seminoles Offense Score Enough on the Road?
Florida State Seminoles Recent Game/Games
Florida State dropped to 13-8 on the season following a 76-66 home loss to Virginia Tech on Wednesday. The Seminoles were -11 favorites going into the game but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 142, just under the O/U line of 142.5.
FSU fell behind early, trailing 35-15 at halftime, but they showed some fight in the second half, outscoring the Hokies 51-41. Despite the strong finish, it wasn’t enough to overcome the early deficit.
Florida State put up 66 points in their last game, shooting 40.3% from the field and hitting 32% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.8%, and they connected on 8 of 12 free throws, good for 66.7%.
Toibu Lawal led the way with 17 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 54.5% overall. Jaden Schutt added 16 points, knocking down 3 of 8 threes, while Taylor Bol Bowen contributed 14 points, hitting 75% of his shots and 2 of 3 from deep.
Florida State’s defense gave up 76 points while allowing the opposing team to shoot 40% from the field, including 45% on two-point attempts (17/37). From beyond the arc, the Seminoles held their opponent to 8/25 shooting, or 32%.
At the free-throw line, Florida State’s opponent went 8/12, hitting 66% of their attempts. The Seminoles also allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can the Eagles Grab a Win at Home?
Boston College Eagles Recent Game/Games
Boston College fell to 9-11 on the season after a 102-96 loss to North Carolina on Saturday. The Eagles were heavy underdogs, going into the game at +19, but managed to keep it closer than expected.
Trailing 46-45 at halftime, Boston College scored 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The total points for the game reached 198, well over the 148.5 O/U line.
Boston College’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 96 points while shooting 54.5% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 65.2%, thanks in large part to their 58.3% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 14 of 24 attempts.
Donald Hand Jr. led the way with 26 points, knocking down 5 of 8 threes, while Dion Brown added 20 points, hitting 4 of 5 from deep. The Eagles dished out 20 assists, with Joshua Beadle contributing 6 assists and shooting a perfect 6 for 6 from the field.
Boston College’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 102 points on 55% shooting from the field. They allowed 29 two-point baskets on 47 attempts, with the opposing team hitting 61% of their shots inside the arc.
From three-point range, Boston College’s opponents shot 37%, making 6 of 16 attempts. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they converted 26 free throws for 78%. The Eagles allowed 12 offensive rebounds.