- Matchup: Pittsburgh Panthers vs Boston College Eagles
- Event Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Venue: Conte Forum, Chestnut Hill, MA
- Broadcast: ACC Network
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At the Conte Forum, the Boston College Eagles (8-10) will host the Pittsburgh Panthers (8-10) this Wednesday.
In their previous game, the Pittsburgh Panthers faced off against Louisville, suffering a defeat with a score of 100-59. Pittsburgh recorded a field goal percentage of 38.2% (21 out of 55) and made 7 of their 24 shots from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Panthers were successful on 10 of 16 attempts, achieving a 62.5% conversion rate. They pulled down a total of 23 rebounds, including 7 on the offensive end. Additionally, they registered 13 assists while forcing their opponents into 8 turnovers and securing 5 steals. Defensively, Pittsburgh allowed Louisville to shoot an impressive 63.2% from the field, allowing 36 of 57 attempts. Louisville had 24 assists and 6 steals, alongside 33 rebounds (5 offensive, 28 defensive), and they did not record any blocks. Louisville also excelled at the free-throw line, shooting 86.7% by converting 13 of 15 attempts and hitting 15 of 29 three-pointers. The Panthers finished the game with 14 personal fouls compared to Louisville’s 16.
Brandin Cummings contributed significantly during the game, scoring 11 points with a shooting efficiency of 40% (4 of 10). He played for 26 minutes without grabbing any rebounds and registered 1 assist.
Entering this game, the Pittsburgh Panthers hold a record of 8-10 for the season. They average 73.3 points per game, ranking 263rd in Division 1, with a shooting percentage of 45.5% from the field. The Panthers connect on 34.9% of their three-point attempts (149 of 427) and have a free-throw percentage of 69.3%. As a unit, they average 34.1 rebounds per game and have distributed a total of 240 assists this season, placing them 260th in college basketball. They commit an average of 11.1 turnovers per game and 17.1 personal fouls.
On the defensive side, the Panthers are forcing 11.2 turnovers per game while accumulating an average of 15.9 personal fouls. They stand at 118th in Division 1 for assists given up, with 231 this season. Pittsburgh’s defense allows a field goal percentage of 45.0% (442 of 983) and surrenders an average of 31.9 rebounds per game. They concede 35.2% shooting from behind the arc, ranking 109th in the nation for points surrendered per game (71.1).
Boston College secured an 81-73 victory over Syracuse in their last outing. In terms of rebounding, the Eagles permitted Syracuse to gather 37 boards (6 offensive). The Eagles shot 38.9% from three-point territory, hitting 7 of 18, and finished at the free-throw line converting 14 of 22 attempts (63.6%). Syracuse managed to shoot 44.1% from the field, making 26 of 59 attempts. Overall, the Eagles posted a field goal percentage of 41.3%, converting 26 out of 63. From beyond the arc, Boston College sank 8 of 20 shots (40.0%). They capitalized on their opportunities from the free-throw line, making 21 of 29 attempts (72.4%). Syracuse committed 20 fouls, giving the Eagles multiple chances at the charity stripe. Boston College had 26 defensive rebounds and 9 offensive rebounds, totaling 35 for the match.
Fred Payne was a standout for the Eagles, scoring 26 points in 44 minutes while also contributing 6 assists. He shot 40.0% (8 of 20) and secured 3 rebounds in the contest.
This season, Boston College also holds a record of 8-10. The Eagles register 16.9 personal fouls per game and are hitting 66.6% of their free throws. They average 11.2 assists per game (343rd in the nation) and turn the ball over 10.7 times each game. This season, Boston College has scored a total of 1,235 points (68.6 per game) and secured 38.1 rebounds per game. Offensively, they are hitting just 40.0% from the field, ranking 353rd nationally.
Defensively, the Eagles rank 59th in the country for points allowed per game, giving up 68.5. They force 10.8 turnovers on average and allow opponents to shoot 41.1% from the floor (57th in college basketball). Boston College’s defense has conceded 30.8% from three-point range (118 of 383), and opponents shoot 66.4% from the charity stripe. They have allowed an average of 11.6 assists and 38.0 rebounds per game, ranked 47th and 333rd nationally, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Selection: Back Pittsburgh
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