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Boston College Eagles vs Central Connecticut Blue Devils Betting Preview
The Boston College Eagles host the Central Connecticut Blue Devils on Tuesday night at Silvio Conte Forum, with both teams entering at 1-1. Boston College bounced back with a dominant defensive win over The Citadel, while CCSU looks to regroup after a tough road loss to Quinnipiac. The Eagles are heavy favorites, but the Blue Devils bring rebounding and scoring upside into the matchup.
Line Movement and Odds
- Boston College Spread: -21.5 (-105)
- Central Connecticut Spread: +21.5 (-115)
- Boston College MoneyLine: -6000
- Central Connecticut MoneyLine: +1600
- Total: 144.5
Boston College opened as a 21.5-point favorite, reflecting their defensive identity and home-court edge. The total sits at 144.5, with both teams showing volatility in scoring. See full college basketball picks for market movement.
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Central Connecticut Blue Devils Outlook
CCSU is 1-1 and averaging 83 points per game, though their offense stalled in a 71-49 loss to Quinnipiac. Darin Smith Jr. leads with 30 points across two games, while Max Frazier adds 22. The Blue Devils rank 26th in rebounds per game (49.0) and feature active guards like Jay Rodgers and James Jones. Their shooting dipped to 27.7% last game, but their rebounding and defensive pressure (5 steals/game) offer paths to competitiveness.
Boston College Eagles Outlook
Boston College is also 1-1, coming off a 76-47 win over The Citadel. Donald Hand Jr. leads with 19.0 PPG and 8.0 RPG, despite struggling from deep. The Eagles rank 18th in possessions per game and 21st in rebounds, emphasizing pace and physicality. Coach Earl Grant has emphasized defense as the team’s identity, holding The Citadel to 30.2% shooting and under 50 points — a rare feat in non-conference play.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
CCSU must improve shooting and leverage their rebounding edge to generate second-chance points. If Smith and Frazier can find rhythm, they can challenge Boston College’s perimeter defense. The Eagles will look to control tempo, dominate the glass, and force turnovers to fuel transition scoring.
Injuries / Availability
No major injuries reported for either team.
Environment
The game tips off at Silvio Conte Forum, where Boston College is 1-0 this season. CCSU plays its second road game and will need to withstand early defensive pressure. Expect a physical contest with Boston College dictating pace and intensity.
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Projected Final Score: Boston College 79, Central Connecticut 65
- Best Bet: Central Connecticut +21.5
Despite offensive inconsistency, CCSU’s rebounding and scoring upside suggest they can stay within the number. - Total: Under 144.5
Boston College’s defensive focus and CCSU’s shooting volatility point to a lower-scoring game.
Boston College should control the game at home, but Central Connecticut’s rebounding and depth could keep the margin tighter than expected. Expect a grind-it-out affair with defensive stretches and limited transition scoring.
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