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Alex’s best bet: North Carolina at Boston College prediction

SportsbookWire.com’s Alex White likes a side in Saturday’s ACC college football game between North Carolina and Boston College.

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SportsbookWire.com’s Alex White has tabbed her best college football bet for Saturday. It’s a side from an ACC matchup involving the North Carolina Tar Heels (6-4, 3-3 ACC) and the Boston College Eagles (5-5, 2-4). Kickoff from Chestnut Hill is slated for noon ET and will be televised on the CW Network.

As of Friday at 11:47 p.m. ET, BetMGM Sportsbook has UNC favored by 2.5 points — the Tar Heels were -3 earlier in the day.

North Carolina enters on a 3-game win streak, but is 1-2 against the spread (ATS) in those victories.

Boston College is coming off 38-28 loss at No. 12 SMU (9-1), which sits atop the ACC with a 6-0 conference record. However, the Eagles covered as 19-point road underdogs and are on a 3-0 ATS run. (Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll)

The Tar Heels won the last head-to-head meeting 26-22 back in 2020, but didn’t cover as 14-point road favorites.

Listen below to why Alex likes this game as her best bet.

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Boston College vs. SMU odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston College at SMU odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston College Eagles (5-4, 2-3 ACC) and the No. 13 SMU Mustangs (8-1, 5-0) meet Saturday at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Kickoff is at 3:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Boston College vs. SMU odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Boston College ended a 3-game skid by defeating the Syracuse Orange 37-31, covering the 3-point spread and going Over the 51.5 total. The Eagles took control on the ground, rushing for 313 yards. RB Kye Robichaux carried the load with 28 rushes for 198 yards and 2 TDs and RB Jordan McDonald chipped in with 133 yards and a TD on 15 carries.

The Mustangs won their 6th straight game, defeating the then No. 23 Pitt Panthers 48-25, easily covering the 7-point spread as the Over (56) hit. QB Kevin Jennings threw for 306 yards and 2 TDs, while RB Brashard Smith rushed for 161 yards and 2 TDs on 23 carries. SMU’s defense forced 2 turnovers in the dominant performance.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Boston College vs. SMU odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Thursday at 3:48 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Boston College +625 (bet $100 to win $625) | SMU -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Boston College +19.5 (-110) | SMU -19.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 54.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Boston College vs. SMU picks and predictions

Prediction

SMU 38, Boston College 28

Moneyline

PASS.

I’ve got the Mustangs (-1000) getting the victory at home but Boston College (+625) keeping it competitive. I’ll take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET BOSTON COLLEGE +19.5 (-110).

The Mustangs are 6-3 ATS and playing at home. Boston College has been competitive recently, covering in their last 2 games, once as an underdog. The Eagles also covered as double-digit underdogs earlier this season against both the Missouri Tigers and Florida State Seminoles. With their recent form, expect BC to fight hard and keep the game closer than anticipated, making them a strong candidate to cover the spread.

Over/Under

BET OVER 54.5 (-105).

Both teams have potent offenses that know how to score. SMU is averaging 453 yards and 40.1 points per game, hitting 40 points twice in last 3 games. They’ve hit the Over in 3 straight contests. Boston College is averaging 366 yards and 27.6 points per game, going Over in 5 of their last 6 games. With both teams trending toward high-scoring performances, expect a fast-paced, high-scoring affair.

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Boston College at Virginia Tech odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston College at Virginia Tech odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston College Eagles (4-2, 1-1 ACC) visit the Virginia Tech Hokies (3-3, 1-1) Thursday at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Va. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Boston College vs. Virginia Tech odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Eagles are coming off a bye after suffering a 24-14 loss as 1.5-point underdogs at Virginia Oct. 5, snapping a modest 2-game win streak. Boston College opened the season 3-0 against the spread (ATS), but it is 0-3 ATS in the past 3 outings. The Under has cashed in 4 straight for the Eagles, and in all 5 games against FBS opponents.

The Hokies are also coming off a bye, but they won their last game 31-7 as 9-point favorites at Stanford Oct. 5. That win snapped a 2-game skid, which included a controversial 38-34 loss at Miami Sept. 27. Va. Tech appeared to score a winning touchdown on the final play of the game, but a lengthy review overturned the TD — Va. Tech did cover as 17.5 underdogs. After opening 0-2 ATS, Virginia Tech is 3-1 ATS in the past 4 contests. The Under hit in Stanford game, halting a 3-game Over run for Tech.

– Rankings: US LBM Coaches Poll, conducted by the American Football Coaches Association and USA TODAY Sports

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Boston College at Virginia Tech odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at 6:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Boston College +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Virginia Tech -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Boston College +7.5 (-115) | Virginia Tech -7.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boston College at Virginia Tech picks and predictions

Prediction

Virginia Tech 26, Boston College 20

Moneyline

Virginia Tech (-275) will set you back 2.75 times the potential return. That’s just way too expensive for a standalone wager. If you were to toss the Hokies into a multi-leg parlay, it would be OK.

Boston College (+225) is a tempting play as the Eagles come in with the better record. However, Va. Tech is 3-1 in the last 4 head-to-head meetings.

PASS.

Against the spread

BOSTON COLLEGE +7.5 (-115) is worth a look catching the points, especially if you can get it at 7 and a hook — or perhaps more.

While Virginia Tech is 3-1 straight up and ATS in the past 4 in this series, and 3-1 ATS in its past 4 games overall, the Hokies are 0-2 ATS at Lane Stadium in 2 tries.

Over/Under

UNDER 48.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Under has hit in 3 of the past 4 meetings in this series, while going 6-3 in the past 9 battles. In addition, the Under has cashed in 3 straight series games when played at Virginia Tech.

The total has gone Under in 4 in a row for Boston College, too, while going a perfect 5-for-5 against FBS opponents this season.

The Under cashed in the Hokies’ last game — at Stanford — and is 1-1 in 2 their 2 home games this season.

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Boston College at Virginia odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston College at Virginia odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston College Eagles (4-1, 1-0 ACC) visit the Virginia Cavaliers (3-1, 1-0) Saturday. Kickoff from Scott Stadium is scheduled for noon (ACC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Boston College vs. Virginia odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Boston College has won back-to-back games after taking down Western Kentucky 21-20 Sept. 28 as a 7.5-point home favorite. QB Grayson James went 19 of 32 for 168 yards with a TD and an INT while RB Kye Robichaux carried the ball 18 times for 81 yards and a TD.

Virginia got back in the win column with a 43-24 win over Coastal Carolina Sept. 21 as a 3.5-point road favorite. QB Anthony Colandrea went 13 of 20 for 131 yards with a TD while adding 46 rushing yards on 9 carries. RB Xavier Brown carried the ball 9 times for 171 yards for the Cavaliers, who had 384 rushing yards.

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Boston College at Virginia odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated Friday at 4:57 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Boston College -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Virginia -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Boston College +1 (-110) | Virginia -1 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 52 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Boston College at Virginia picks and predictions

Prediction

Boston College 27, Virginia 21

Moneyline

PASS.

While not by much, the Virginia (-115) spread has better value.

Against the spread

BET VIRGINIA -1 (-110).

Virginia is coming off a week of rest and playing at home, which will give it the advantage in a close matchup Saturday. The Cavaliers have scored 31 or more points in 3 of their 4 games this season and face a Boston College team that has scored 23 or fewer in each of its last 3. BC edged past Western Kentucky last week after a lackluster performance, something it will not be able to do against Virginia.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 52.5 (-110).

The Eagles have hit the Under in each of their last 3 games and scored 23 or fewer points while allowing 20 or fewer in 2 straight. Virginia has hit the Under in 2 of its 4 games this season. While this should be an action-packed game, the Under has the best value.

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Michigan State at Boston College odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Michigan State at Boston College odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Michigan State Spartans (3-0) and Boston College Eagles (2-1) clash Saturday at Alumni Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ACC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Michigan State vs. Boston College odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

The Sparties failed to cover as 42-point faves in a 40-0 shellacking of Prairie View A&M last week. QB Aidan Chiles was 12-for-19 for 173 yards and a score before exiting in garbage time. He has 4 TDs and 4 INTs on the young season.

BC covered as a 14.5-point dog in a 27-21 defeat to the Mizzou Tigers last week. The Eagles were up 14-3 on the top-10 team before Missouri broke out of its hibernation and took control. QB Thomas Castellanos was 16-for-28 for 249 yards, 3 TDs and 2 INTs in the game.

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Michigan State at Boston College odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Michigan State +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Boston College -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Michigan State +6.5 (-115) | Boston College -6.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Michigan State at Boston College picks and predictions

Prediction

Boston College 21, Michigan State 17

Moneyline

The Spartans lost RG Gavin Broscious (leg) potentially for the season last week. They have a number of injuries in the secondary. WR Jaron Glover (undisclosed), who missed last week’s game, has a chance to return.

BC is battle tested and the way to go here, but the ML is too expensive. Instead, I’ll take THOMAS CASTELLANOS OVER 184.5 PASSING YARDS (-115). He has had 249 and 234 in the last 2 games, and MSU will make a concerted effort to limit his running ability.

Against the spread

As of Friday afternoon, 71% of the cash is on BOSTON COLLEGE -6.5 (-105). BC is 3-0 ATS, and it has played 2 very good opponents very well. Meanwhile, MSU is 1-2 ATS against inferior opponents.

Take BC -6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

Both teams are 1-2 O/U on the season. These teams haven’t faced one another since BC won 24-21 in 2007. There is also a 39-percent chance of rain, which would really bog things down as well.

Take the UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Boston College at Missouri odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston College at Missouri odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston College Eagles (2-0) and Missouri Tigers (2-0) clash Saturday at Memorial Stadium/Faurot Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college football odds around the Boston College vs. Missouri odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

BC, who sits just outside of the Top 25, shocked the country by taking down No. 10 Florida State 28-13 in their season opener. The followed that up by dropping the Duquesne Dukes 56-0 last week. BC is 2-0 ATS and 1-1 O/U on the young season. QB Thomas Castellanos has been superb in the 1st 2 games, going 19-for-26 (73.1%) for 340 yards, 6 TDs and 0 INTs.

Missouri, No. 8 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, will receive its 1st test of the season, after they blew out Murray State 51-0 and Buffalo 38-0. WR Luther Burden III has not had to do much, but he has reached pay dirt in both games. He has combined for 7 catches for 64 yards and 1 TD while rushing twice for 21 yards and another TD. TE Brett Norfleet (shoulder), who missed the last game, is expected to suit up against BC.

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Boston College at Missouri odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of college football odds. Lines last updated at Friday at 12:33 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Boston College +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Missouri -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Boston College +15.5 (-110) | Missouri -15.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 54 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boston College at Missouri picks and predictions

Prediction

Missouri 41, Boston College 35

Moneyline

There is no play here. I think BC will push Mizzou, but the Tigers will ultimately prevail. If BetMGM offers up a profit boost token, consider putting it on Luther Burden anytime touchdown (-135). I need better odds to take that one natively, though.

PASS.

Against the spread

I’m all over BC’s side here. Castellanos is a massive upgrade over the QBs Mizzou has faced thus far, and this team is battle tested.

Take BOSTON COLLEGE +15.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Mizzou posted 51 and 38 points while pitching shutouts in their 1st 2 games. How will they respond when they give up their 1st touchdown or even trail for the 1st time? BC put up 56 points last week and its offense is clicking. BC beat Mizzou 41-34 in OT in 2021, and I look for a similar spirited shootout.

Take the OVER 54 (-110).

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Boston College at Florida State odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston College at Florida State odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston College Eagles (0-0, 0-0 ACC) and Florida State Seminoles (0-1, 0-1) meet at Doak Campbell Stadium Monday. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Boston College vs. Florida odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Boston College moves to hire former Penn State and NFL coach Bill O’Brien, as the Eagles try to return to prominence, or at least have some modicum of success. O’Brien is more of an offensive mind, and that part is actually OK for B.C. QB Thomas Castellanos is solid, and RBs Kye Robichaux and Treshaun Ward are a nice start.

However, B.C. had issues on defense last season, allowing 32.6 points per game in conference play. That needs to be buttoned up immediately, as it opens with a conference foe, and an angry one at that.

Florida State, which is No. 10 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, went all the way over to Dublin, Ireland in the very 1st game of the season for any team, and it was upset by Georgia Tech, 24-21. FSU was a 10.5-point favorite and ranked No. 10. The Under (55) ended up cashing, as FSU managed just 98 rushing yards on 31 attempts, and it held Georgia Tech to 146 yards through the air.

If there was a positive from the Ireland game, the Seminoles were whistled just once for a 10-yard penalty, and they were sacked only once, too.

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Boston College at Florida State odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Boston College +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Florida State -820 (bet $820 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Boston College +16.5 (-110) | Florida State -16.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 49.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boston College at Florida State picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 27, Boston College 20

Moneyline

Risking more than 8 times your potential return on Florida State (-820) is not a good idea. Let the Ireland game serve as a cautionary tale why it’s a bad idea to back a heavy favorite straight up.

PASS.

Against the spread

Backing BOSTON COLLEGE +16.5 (-110) is a good idea. This offense should be able to move the ball well, and its strength will be on the ground. The Eagles return 3 starters on the offensive line, so they might be able hang in this game offensively.

Florida State -16.5 (-110) was sluggish on the ground, but it was somewhat effective in the air and disciplined in terms of penalties.

While the Seminoles should be angry, they’re facing another tough conference team which will be excited about the opener. FSU should avoid an upset, but it could be closer than most think.

Over/Under

The UNDER 49.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

It wouldn’t be a surprise to see things go well for Under bettors early, with defense dominating before the offenses take over in the 2nd half. FSU could try to put an exclamation mark on things in the 4th quarter, too, as it looks to wash the bad taste of the Week 0 loss out of its collective mouths. A late score could potentially ruin things, so be careful.

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Florida State at Boston College odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Florida State at Boston College odds and lines, with college football expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Florida State Seminoles (2-0) hit the road to battle the Boston College Eagles (1-1) on Saturday. Kickoff from Alumni Stadium is set for noon ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Florida State vs. Boston College odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.

Florida State is looking for its 3rd win in a row after knocking off LSU 45-24 in its opening week and rolling past Southern Mississippi 66-13 last week. While the Seminoles had 4 passing TDs, it was the running game that was most impressive. FSU had 306 yards and 4 rushing TDs. RB Trey Benson led the way with 79 yards and 3 TDs on 9 carries.

Boston College dropped its 1st game to Northern Illinois 27-24, but bounced back with a 31-28 victory against Holy Cross. RB Kye Robichaux rushed 19 times for 94 yards and a TD in the victory.

Florida State is No. 3 in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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Florida State at Boston College odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:21 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Florida State -5000 (bet $5000 to win $100) | Boston College +1500 (bet $100 to win $1500)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Florida State -26.5 (-110) | Boston College +26.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 48 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Florida State at Boston College picks and predictions

Prediction

Florida State 42, Boston College 14

Moneyline

PASS.

At -5000 odds, there is no profit to be made on a Florida State team that should undoubtedly win on Saturday.

Against the spread

LEAN FLORIDA STATE -26.5 (-110).

Boston College has given up 27 and 28 points respectively in each of its first 2 weeks against much less talented offenses than that of the Seminoles.

On the other hand, Florida State has scored 45 and 66 points respectively in each of its first 2 games with their offense looking unstoppable. Look for the Seminoles to find success both through the air and on the ground while their defense haunts the Eagles offense.

Over/Under

BET OVER 48 (-110).

With the Seminoles high-powered offense, expect them to carry much of the point scoring load. They have almost surpassed this total on their own in their previous 2 games. On the other side of the football, the Eagles offense has shown through their 1st 2 weeks it is capable of putting the ball in the end zone, which should result in the Over hitting easily.

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ACC Tournament: Boston College vs. North Carolina odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston College vs. North Carolina odds, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston College Eagles (16-16) and North Carolina Tar Heels (19-12) meet Wednesday in a second-round matchup in the ACC Tournament. Tip from Greensboro Coliseum is at 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Boston College vs. North Carolina odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Eagles smashed Louisville 80-62 as 6-point favorites as the Over (134) connected in the first round Tuesday. BC closed the regular season on a roll and has won 4 out of the past 5 outings while going 4-1 ATS during the span.

The Tar Heels had won 3 in a row from Feb. 22-27 before wrapping up the regular season with a 62-57 loss to Duke in the Battle of the Blues. UNC likely needed that victory against the Blue Devils, and probably needs to at least play into the weekend to have a shot at an at-large bid for the NCAA Tournament.

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Boston College vs. North Carolina odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Boston College +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | North Carolina -600 (bet $600 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Boston College +10.5 (-110) | North Carolina -10.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Boston College vs. North Carolina picks and predictions

Prediction

North Carolina 74, Boston College 69

Moneyline

North Carolina (-600) will be highly motivated to come away with a win Wednesday and it wrapped up the regular season playing decent basketball. However, you should never risk 6 times your potential return on a moneyline wager — even in a parlay this pick would suck out all the value.

PASS.

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Against the spread

The play is BOSTON COLLEGE +10.5 (-110).

The Eagles are playing their best basketball of the season, going 4-1 straight up and ATS across their last 5 games. That run includes an impressive 63-48 win over Virginia as a 9.5-point underdog on Feb. 22.

North Carolina needs to stack victories and likely get to the weekend, if not the ACC Final, to gain enough steam to grab an at-large bid for the NCAA Tournament. UNC topped BC 72-64 in Chapel Hill on Jan. 17, but the Eagles easily covered as 14-point underdogs as the Under cashed. Look for BC to make UNC sweat before the Tar Heels pull out a win in the end.

Over/Under

OVER 138.5 (-110) is a strong play in Wednesday’s battle in Greensboro.

The Over has cashed in 18 of the past 25 games overall for Boston College, while going 7-2 in the past 9 after a cover and 8-3 in the past 11 after a straight-up victory.

The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games on a neutral floor for North Carolina, too.

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Virginia at Boston College odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Virginia at Boston College odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 6 Virginia Cavaliers (21-4, 13-3 ACC) visit the Boston College Eagles (13-15, 7-10) on Wednesday. Tip from Silvio O. Conte Forum is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Virginia vs. Boston College odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Virginia knocked off Notre Dame 57-55 at home on Saturday, but did not cover as 13-point favorites. It has won 9 of its last 10 games and is 5-4-1 against the spread (ATS) in that span. The Cavaliers are 10-14-1 ATS this season.

Boston College snapped a 2-game losing streak in beating Florida State 75-69 on Saturday as 3-point road underdogs. The Eagles are 5-5 in their last 10 games and 6-4 ATS in that span. They sit at 12-16 ATS on the season.

Virginia beat Boston College 76-57 as 14-point home favorites on Jan. 28.

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Virginia at Boston College odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Virginia -370 (bet $370 to win $100) | Boston College +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Virginia -7.5 (-115) | Boston College +7.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 125.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Virginia at Boston College picks and predictions

Prediction

Virginia 69, Boston College 64

Moneyline

PASS.

The moneyline odds are not playable in this matchup.

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Against the spread

LEAN BOSTON COLLEGE +7.5 (-105).

Virginia has struggled against the spread recently. It is just 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games against a team with a losing outright record, 1-4-1 in its last 6 road games, 1-3-1 ATS in its last 5 games following an outright win, and 1-3-1 in its last 5 Wednesday games.

The home team is also 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings between these 2 teams.

Over/Under

BET OVER 125.5 (-110).

The Over is 6-0 in the Eagles last 6 games following a ATS win, 4-0 in their last 4 following an outright victory, 7-0 in their last 7 Wednesday games, 5-1 in their last 6 games against a team with a winning outright record and 4-1 in their last 5 home games.

To top it off, Boston College has an O/U record of 17-11 and Virginia has an O/U record of 13-12. Bet on points.

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