Louisville Cardinals Defeat Boston College Eagles 75-62
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · KFC Yum! Center
Louisville Cardinals 75, Boston College Eagles 62, 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 Louisville Cardinals?
Louisville Cardinals beat Boston College Eagles 75-62 at KFC Yum! Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Boston College Eagles vs Louisville Cardinals?
Louisville Cardinals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Louisville Cardinals defeated the Boston College Eagles 75-62 at the KFC Yum! Center. This matchup highlighted the Cardinals' strength at home, where they have maintained a solid record of 12-4 this season, compared to the Eagles' 7-9 record on the road. Louisville's performance was particularly impressive given their recent struggles, having lost their last two games prior to this contest, including a defeat against the Duke Blue Devils and Stanford Cardinal. Despite these setbacks, the Cardinals averaged 85.2 points scored over their last ten games, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
The Eagles, on the other hand, have also faced challenges, entering this game on a two-game losing streak themselves. Their recent form has seen them average 69.0 points scored per game, which is significantly lower than Louisville's output. Boston College's away record was notably poor, at 0-1 prior to this game, which further complicated their chances against a strong home team.
Historically, the Cardinals have had the upper hand in their previous meeting against the Eagles, winning decisively 84-58 on February 6, 2025. This added an extra layer of pressure on Boston College, who were looking to improve their standing against a team that had already proven superior.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, which meant both squads were likely at full strength for this important matchup. The market reflected Louisville's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -21.5 in favor of the Cardinals, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure a comfortable win. The total for the game was set at 150.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
The conditions at the KFC Yum! Center were conducive to a lively game, with fans eager to support their home team. Louisville's home record of 5-1 in their last six games at the venue provided a strong backdrop for their performance. The Cardinals' ability to score effectively was evident as they managed to hold the Eagles to an average of 70.4 points allowed in their last ten games, showcasing their defensive prowess as well.
As the game unfolded, key moments included Sananda Fru's layup that brought the Eagles within ten points at 68-58, but Louisville quickly responded with a series of scoring plays that solidified their lead. Isaac McKneely's 10-foot pullup jump shot and Boden Kapke's contributions from the free-throw line were critical in maintaining the Cardinals' advantage. In the final moments, Adrian Wooley's driving layup capped off a strong performance, ensuring that Louisville would walk away with the victory.
Overall, this matchup served as a reminder of the Cardinals' capabilities and their dominance at home, while the Eagles will need to regroup and address their recent form as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LOU -21.5 | 150.5 o -115 / u -105 | Boston College Eagles +1600 · Louisville Cardinals -4000 |
Leaders
- PointsSananda Fru19Louisville Cardinals
- AssistsAdrian Wooley4Louisville Cardinals
- ReboundsSananda Fru13Louisville Cardinals
- PointsFred Payne22Boston College Eagles
- AssistsFred Payne4Boston College Eagles
- ReboundsBoden Kapke7Boston College Eagles
Recent form
Louisville Cardinals
Last 10: 6-4Streak L285.2 scored · 70.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L73-84vs Duke Blue DevilsJan 7
- L76-80at Stanford CardinalJan 3
- W90-70at California Golden BearsDec 31
- W94-54vs Montana GrizzliesDec 20
- L62-83at Tennessee VolunteersDec 17
- W99-73vs Memphis TigersDec 13
- W87-78vs Indiana HoosiersDec 6
- L80-89at Arkansas RazorbacksDec 4
- W104-47vs NJIT HighlandersNov 27
- W87-46vs Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 25
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak L269 scored · 69.8 allowed per game0-1 away
- L71-79vs NC State WolfpackJan 7
- L53-65at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsJan 3
- W72-64vs Le Moyne DolphinsDec 28
- W72-61vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsDec 23
- L74-76vs Massachusetts MinutemenDec 11
- W67-63vs New Haven ChargersDec 6
- L69-78vs LSU TigersDec 4
- W73-60vs Harvard CrimsonNov 26
- L90-93vs Tulane Green WaveNov 23
- L49-59vs Davidson WildcatsNov 21
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 | Louisville Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-63 | 25-51 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 29 |
| Free throws | 7-16 | 19-25 |
| Free throw % | 44 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 36 |
| Assists | 13 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 38 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 65 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-32Sananda Fru makes layup (J'Vonne Hadley assists)
- 2nd Half41-32Fred Payne makes 23-foot three point jumper (Luka Toews assists)
- 2nd Half41-35J'Vonne Hadley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Adrian Wooley assists)
- 2nd Half41-36Sananda Fru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-37Adrian Wooley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-38J'Vonne Hadley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-39J'Vonne Hadley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-41Sananda Fru makes layup
- 2nd Half43-41Caleb Steger makes 15-foot jumper (Chase Forte assists)
- 2nd Half43-44Aly Khalifa makes 28-foot three point jumper (Adrian Wooley assists)
- 2nd Half43-45Adrian Wooley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-45Donald Hand Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-45Donald Hand Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-45Donald Hand Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half49-45Donald Hand Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half49-48Isaac McKneely makes 24-foot three point jumper (J'Vonne Hadley assists)
- 2nd Half49-49Adrian Wooley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-50Adrian Wooley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-50Aidan Shaw makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-53Isaac McKneely makes 27-foot three point jumper (Sananda Fru assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Fred Payne makes 27-foot three point jumper (Luka Toews assists)
- 2nd Half53-54Isaac McKneely makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half53-55Isaac McKneely makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half53-56Isaac McKneely makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half53-58Khani Rooths makes layup (Adrian Wooley assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Sananda Fru makes layup (Isaac McKneely assists)
- 2nd Half53-62Adrian Wooley makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-64Sananda Fru makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half55-64Caleb Steger makes 3-foot dunk (Fred Payne assists)
- 2nd Half55-65Isaac McKneely makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-66Isaac McKneely makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-66Luka Toews makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caleb Steger assists)
- 2nd Half58-68Sananda Fru makes layup
- 2nd Half58-70Isaac McKneely makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half59-70Boden Kapke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Sananda Fru makes layup
- 2nd Half60-72Boden Kapke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-74Adrian Wooley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-75Khani Rooths makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-75Boden Kapke makes layup (Caleb Steger assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Louisville Cardinals, below favours Boston College Eagles.
Venue
- KFC Yum! CenterLouisville, KY
- Attendance14585
- OfficialsA.J. Desai, Jeff Pon, Ben Stirt
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