VCU Rams Favored to Dominate Boston College Eagles in Friday’s College Basketball Matchup

The VCU Rams and the Boston College Eagles are set to face off in a highly anticipated college basketball game on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Navy Alumni Hall in Annapolis, Maryland. Both teams enter the matchup with a 1-0 record, having secured victories in their season openers.

Boston College edged out The Citadel 69-60 in their first game, despite struggling to pull away in the second half. Donald Hand Jr. led the Eagles with 22 points and 10 rebounds, but the team’s offense was not overly impressive, shooting 39.8% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range.

VCU, on the other hand, dominated Bellarmine with an 84-65 victory. Guard Max Shulga had a standout performance with 19 points, five rebounds, and five assists. The Rams’ defense was particularly impressive, holding Bellarmine to just 29 points in the second half. VCU’s backcourt, featuring Shulga, Phillip Russell, and Joe Bamisile, combined for 53 points and showed strong cohesion and flow.

The betting odds favor VCU, with the Rams listed as 9.5-point favorites and a moneyline of -440. The over/under is set at 143 points. Analysts predict a lower-scoring game, with VCU’s defense expected to make a significant impact. The Rams have won four of their last five games at neutral venues, which further bolsters their chances.

The matchup also highlights key individual battles, such as the frontcourt clash between Boston College’s Jack Clark and VCU’s Chad Venning. Clark’s ability to shoot from beyond the arc could stretch the defense and create opportunities for VCU’s guards to operate more freely.

The game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network, with live streaming available on CBSSports.com and fuboTV. Fans can also follow the action through the CBS Sports App.