Miami Hurricanes Dominate Boston College Eagles 76-54
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 2:10 PM ET · Watsco Center
Miami Hurricanes 76, Boston College Eagles 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Boston College Eagles vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes beat Boston College Eagles 76-54 at Watsco Center on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Boston College Eagles vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Miami Hurricanes secured a commanding victory over the Boston College Eagles with a final score of 76-54 at the Watsco Center. This win exemplifies Miami's strong season and their ability to perform at home, improving their record to 24-6 overall. The Hurricanes have been a formidable force, particularly in their last ten games, where they recorded a 7-3 record, averaging 77.1 points scored and allowing 73.2 points per game. They are currently on a one-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Florida State Seminoles 83-73.
In contrast, the Boston College Eagles, who now sit at 10-20 for the season, have struggled throughout their campaign. Their recent form shows a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, with an average of 66.1 points scored and 74.1 points allowed. Despite a recent win against Wake Forest, the Eagles have faced significant challenges, including a four-game losing streak prior to their latest victory.
The Hurricanes have excelled at home, boasting a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while the Eagles have struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their last four away games. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it was a rematch of their earlier encounter this season, where Miami also emerged victorious with a score of 74-68.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges this season, impacting their performances. The betting market reflected Miami's dominance, with DraftKings listing the Hurricanes as 15.5-point favorites, indicating a strong expectation for their performance.
The game conditions were favorable for the Hurricanes, who thrived in front of their home crowd. Miami's ability to control the game was evident as they established a significant lead, allowing them to maintain a comfortable margin throughout the contest. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted Miami's offensive efficiency, while Boston College struggled to keep pace.
Viewers should have noted Miami's strong defensive efforts and their ability to capitalize on Boston College's mistakes. The Hurricanes' performance showcased their depth and skill, making them a team to watch as they head deeper into the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIA -15.5 | 143.5 o -115 / u -105 | Boston College Eagles +1000 · Miami Hurricanes -1800 |
Leaders
- PointsTre Donaldson15Miami Hurricanes
- AssistsShelton Henderson4Miami Hurricanes
- ReboundsErnest Udeh Jr.12Miami Hurricanes
- PointsBoden Kapke18Boston College Eagles
- AssistsFred Payne3Boston College Eagles
- ReboundsJayden Hastings6Boston College Eagles
Recent form
Miami Hurricanes
Last 10: 7-3Streak W177.1 scored · 73.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W83-73at Florida State SeminolesFeb 25
- L83-86at Virginia CavaliersFeb 21
- W67-66vs Virginia Tech HokiesFeb 18
- W77-76at NC State WolfpackFeb 14
- W75-66vs North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 11
- W74-68at Boston College EaglesFeb 7
- L85-86vs California Golden BearsJan 31
- W79-70vs Stanford CardinalJan 29
- W85-76at Syracuse OrangeJan 24
- L63-65vs Florida State SeminolesJan 21
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak W166.1 scored · 74.1 allowed per game0-4 away
- W68-67vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsFeb 25
- L70-94at SMU MustangsFeb 21
- L72-80at Florida State SeminolesFeb 17
- 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
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 | Miami Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-50 | 29-58 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 5-22 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 35 |
| Free throws | 9-12 | 11-18 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 22 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 14 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 42 |
| Fouls | 15 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 14 | 80 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half19-38Ernest Udeh Jr. makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half21-38Boden Kapke makes layup (Jayden Hastings assists)
- 2nd Half23-38Jayden Hastings makes layup
- 2nd Half25-38Fred Payne makes driving layup
- 2nd Half25-40Shelton Henderson makes driving layup (Dante Allen assists)
- 2nd Half27-40Jayden Hastings makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half27-42Dante Allen makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half29-42Jayden Hastings makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half29-44Tru Washington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-46Tre Donaldson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-48Ernest Udeh Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half30-48Boden Kapke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-48Boden Kapke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-51Tru Washington makes 22-foot three point jumper (Shelton Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half31-52Dante Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-53Dante Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-55Tru Washington makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half33-55Jayden Hastings makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half34-55Aidan Shaw makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-55Aidan Shaw makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-58Tru Washington makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half38-58Caleb Steger makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donald Hand Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half38-61Noam Dovrat makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tru Washington assists)
- 2nd Half41-61Donald Hand Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Fred Payne assists)
- 2nd Half41-64Noam Dovrat makes 33-foot three point jumper (Malik Reneau assists)
- 2nd Half43-64Aidan Shaw makes 3-foot dunk (Boden Kapke assists)
- 2nd Half43-66Tre Donaldson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-66Aidan Shaw makes 4-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half45-69Noam Dovrat makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half47-69Boden Kapke makes layup (Fred Payne assists)
- 2nd Half47-72Noam Dovrat makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dante Allen assists)
- 2nd Half47-73Malik Reneau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-74Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-74Jayden Hastings makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-74Chase Forte makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-74Chase Forte makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-74Fred Payne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-74Fred Payne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-76Salih Altuntas makes layup (Jordyn Kee assists)
- 2nd Half54-76Boden Kapke makes 0-foot tip in dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Hurricanes, below favours Boston College Eagles.
Venue
- Watsco CenterCoral Gables, FL
- Attendance6040
- OfficialsTony Henderson, Trey Styons, Ben Stirt
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