Florida State Defeats Boston College 80-72 in NCAAB Clash
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Tucker Center
Florida State Seminoles 80, Boston College Eagles 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Boston College Eagles vs Florida State Seminoles?
Florida State Seminoles beat Boston College Eagles 80-72 at Tucker Center on February 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Boston College Eagles vs Florida State Seminoles?
Florida State Seminoles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -800 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the Tucker Center, the Florida State Seminoles secured a victory over the Boston College Eagles with a final score of 80-72. This win marked a significant moment for Florida State, who improved their record to 14-13, while Boston College fell to 9-18.
Florida State entered the game with a mixed performance in their last ten outings, holding a record of 5-5. They were coming off a strong win against Virginia Tech, where they triumphed 92-69, showcasing their offensive capabilities. Over the last five games, the Seminoles averaged 76.6 points while allowing 70.0, indicating a slight defensive vulnerability but an effective scoring ability. At home, their record stood at 2-3 in the last five games, and they averaged 75.1 points scored, while allowing 77.2 points.
On the other hand, Boston College struggled significantly, suffering their sixth consecutive loss, bringing their record in the last ten games to 2-8. They averaged only 64.4 points during this stretch, while allowing 72.2 points per game. Their recent form included a loss to California, where they fell 75-86, further highlighting their offensive struggles. Away from home, Boston College had not won in their last four attempts, contributing to their overall disappointing season with an away record of 0-4.
In terms of previous encounters, this was the second meeting of the season between the two teams. In their first matchup on February 1, 2025, Florida State lost a close game to Boston College, falling 76-77. This time, however, they managed to turn the tables and secure the win.
The injury picture did not provide any significant updates that affected the game, allowing both teams to field their regular rosters. Florida State was favored in the betting market, with DraftKings listing them at -11.5 on the spread, indicating confidence in their ability to win by a significant margin. The total points line was set at 148.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
The conditions in the Tucker Center were favorable for basketball, contributing to an engaging atmosphere for both teams and their supporters. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed key moments that defined the outcome, including a crucial three-point jumper by Chauncey Wiggins and a series of free throws by Lajae Jones and Martin Somerville that helped maintain Florida State's lead in the closing minutes.
Overall, Florida State's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities while managing to fend off Boston College's attempts to rally was pivotal in their victory. The Seminoles' performance in the second half, particularly their free-throw shooting, played a crucial role in sealing the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FSU -11.5 | 148.5 o -105 / u -115 | Boston College Eagles +550 · Florida State Seminoles -800 |
Leaders
- PointsRobert McCray V27Florida State Seminoles
- AssistsRobert McCray V5Florida State Seminoles
- ReboundsLajae Jones9Florida State Seminoles
- PointsFred Payne22Boston College Eagles
- AssistsLuka Toews8Boston College Eagles
- ReboundsAidan Shaw6Boston College Eagles
Recent form
Florida State Seminoles
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.1 scored · 77.2 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W92-69at Virginia Tech HokiesFeb 14
- L58-61vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 11
- W82-79at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 7
- W88-80vs Stanford CardinalJan 31
- W63-61vs California Golden BearsJan 29
- L80-83at SMU MustangsJan 24
- W65-63at Miami HurricanesJan 21
- L68-69vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 17
- L86-94at Syracuse OrangeJan 14
- L69-113vs NC State WolfpackJan 10
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L664.4 scored · 72.2 allowed per game0-4 away
- L75-86vs California Golden BearsFeb 14
- L64-70vs Stanford CardinalFeb 12
- L68-74vs Miami HurricanesFeb 7
- L49-67at Duke Blue DevilsFeb 4
- L66-73vs Virginia CavaliersJan 31
- L64-68at Notre Dame Fighting IrishJan 24
- W65-62vs Pittsburgh PanthersJan 22
- W81-73vs Syracuse OrangeJan 17
- L50-74at Clemson TigersJan 14
- L62-75at Louisville CardinalsJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Boston College Eagles | Florida State Seminoles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-63 | 22-51 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 9-27 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 33 |
| Free throws | 3-13 | 27-35 |
| Free throw % | 23 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 32 |
| Assists | 17 | 9 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 6 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 26 |
| Fouls | 23 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 77 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-36Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-37Thomas Bassong makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-37Aidan Shaw makes 2-foot dunk (Luka Toews assists)
- 2nd Half50-38Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-38Luka Toews makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half52-39Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-40Robert McCray V makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-41Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-42Robert McCray V makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-42Luka Toews makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half54-44Alex Steen makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-45Alex Steen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-45Caleb Steger makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chase Forte assists)
- 2nd Half59-45Luka Toews makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half59-48Robert McCray V makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-49AJ Swinton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-49Jayden Hastings makes 2-foot dunk (Chase Forte assists)
- 2nd Half61-51Martin Somerville makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-54Thomas Bassong makes 22-foot three point jumper (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half61-56Robert McCray V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-57Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-57Chase Forte makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-59Alex Steen makes layup (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half63-62Robert McCray V makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half65-62Fred Payne makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half65-63Alex Steen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-63Chase Forte makes layup
- 2nd Half68-63Chase Forte makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-65Robert McCray V makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-68AJ Swinton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chauncey Wiggins assists)
- 2nd Half68-70Lajae Jones makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half70-70Fred Payne makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half70-73Chauncey Wiggins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half70-75Robert McCray V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-76Robert McCray V makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Lajae Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-78Lajae Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-78Fred Payne makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half72-79Martin Somerville makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-80Martin Somerville makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida State Seminoles, below favours Boston College Eagles.
Venue
- Tucker CenterTallahassee, FL
- Attendance4577
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Matt Potter, Clarence Armstrong
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