The Massachusetts Minutemen and Boston College Eagles will meet at the TD Garden for a non-conference game. Both teams won their first game of the season. This game takes place on a neutral court in Boston.
The Minutemen enter this game with a 1-0 record after defeating the Troy Trojans by 11 points. Junjie Wang scored 18 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in that game. Jordan Clayton also contributed with 16 points and 4 assists.
Boston College also started the season strong with a 26-point win against the Wagner Seahawks. Money Williams led the Eagles with 22 points and 4 assists. Brandon Benjamin helped with 10 rebounds and 8 points.
Boston College vs Massachusetts At a Glance
- Game Location: TD Garden, Boston MA
- Game Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
- TV Broadcast: ESPN+
- Massachusetts Current Record: 1-0
- Boston College Current Record: 1-0
- Point Spread: Boston College -4.5
Boston College Eagles Look to Continue Strong Start
Offensive Overview
The Boston College Eagles are scoring 76 points per game. They are getting 51 field goal attempts each game, making 49% of them. Their three-point shooting stands out with a 41.2% success rate.
Free throws have been a reliable source of points. The team averages 19 made free throws per game on 25 attempts. This contributes to a 76% free throw percentage.
Defensive Snapshot
On defense, the Eagles average 6 steals and 3 blocks per game. They are committing 15 fouls per game. Turnovers are kept to a minimum at 11 per game.
Their defense held Wagner Seahawks to 50 points in their last game. This shows the ability to contain opponents effectively.
Key Players
Money Williams stands out with an average of 22 points and 5 rebounds in the recent game. He also contributes 4 assists per game. His field goal percentage is 45.5%.
Brandon Benjamin is another important player, with 8 points and 10 rebounds per game. His shooting accuracy is 75% from the field.
Recent Game Recap
In their last game, Boston College defeated Wagner Seahawks 76-50. Money Williams scored 22 points and had 5 rebounds. Armoni Zeigler added 14 points with a high shooting percentage of 66.7%.
The team was efficient in their shooting, with a field goal percentage of 49%. Rebounding and defense were also key factors in this win.
Injury Report
Jacob Furphy is currently out with a knee injury. His return is expected in 2 to 6 weeks. This might impact the guard rotation for the Eagles.
Boston College Eagles Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Massachusetts Minutemen Ready for Action
Offensive Overview
The Massachusetts Minutemen average 71.0 points per game. This places them at 259th in scoring nationally. Their offensive pace is slower with 67.8 possessions per game, ranking 313th.
The team attempts 65.0 field goals each game, with a shooting percentage of 43.1%. They are ranked 240th in field goal percentage, reflecting their challenges in converting shots.
Shooting Details
Massachusetts focuses on two-point attempts, with 41.0 per game. Their two-point shooting percentage is 51.2%, positioning them at 246th. From beyond the arc, they make 7.0 threes on 24.0 attempts each game.
Their three-point shooting percentage stands at 29.2%. This ranks them 272nd and highlights the need for improvement from long range. At the free-throw line, they average 8.0 makes on 15.0 attempts, shooting 53.3%.
Rebounding and Assists
Rebounding is a strong point for the Minutemen. They gather 47.0 rebounds per game, ranking 59th. Their ability to secure boards provides them with additional possessions.
In terms of playmaking, they average 16.0 assists per game. This puts them at 160th, showing a decent level of ball movement and teamwork.
Defensive Stats
Defensively, Massachusetts averages 5.0 steals per game. This ranks them 72nd, indicating an active defense. However, they struggle with blocks, averaging 10.0 per game, which is a low ranking of 446th.
They commit 13.0 turnovers per game. This figure places them at 204th. Fouls are kept to 14.0 per game, reflecting discipline on defense.
Key Players
Junjie Wang leads the team with 18.0 points and 13.0 rebounds per game. His shooting percentage stands at 35.3%, and he is a key player on the boards. Jordan Clayton contributes 16.0 points and 4.0 assists per game.
Noa Zemljic adds 11.0 points per game with an impressive 80.0% shooting. Dwayne Wimbley Jr. supports with 10.0 points and 8.0 rebounds. Cheick Sylla and Abdullah Ahmed also provide depth in the frontcourt.
Massachusetts Betting Trends
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Boston College vs Massachusetts Prediction: Massachusetts +4.5
Boston College enters this game with a slight edge as the favorite. They have shown strength in their offensive play, scoring an average of 76 points per game. Despite their advantage, Boston College's slow pace of play at 64 possessions per game might prevent them from pulling away significantly from Massachusetts.
Massachusetts has displayed a strong defensive presence, particularly in steals and limiting fouls. Their rebounding strength, with 47 rebounds per game, ranks them among the better teams in this aspect. This can help them keep the game close and cover the spread.
The head-to-head history between these teams shows Massachusetts winning their last meeting by 2 points. This suggests that Boston College might struggle to dominate. Massachusetts also proved capable in their first game this season, so taking them with a +4.5 spread seems like a smart choice.
Given the stats and past meetings, a close game is expected. Massachusetts's ability to rebound and their defensive skills should help keep this game tight, making Massachusetts +4.5 the pick. A projected final score could be Boston College 75 - Massachusetts 72.
- Boston College vs Massachusetts Prediction: Massachusetts +4.5
- Boston College vs Massachusetts Score: Boston College 75 - Massachusetts 72
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