Massachusetts Minutemen Edge Boston College Eagles 76-74
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · MassMutual Center
Massachusetts Minutemen 76, Boston College Eagles 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Massachusetts Minutemen vs Boston College Eagles?
Massachusetts Minutemen beat Boston College Eagles 76-74 at MassMutual Center on December 10, 2025.
Who was favored in Massachusetts Minutemen vs Boston College Eagles?
Boston College Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Massachusetts Minutemen secured a narrow victory over the Boston College Eagles, finishing the game with a score of 76-74. This game, held at the MassMutual Center, showcased the Minutemen's resilience as they extended their winning streak to four games, while the Eagles faced a setback in their recent form.
The Minutemen entered the game with a record of 7-3, riding a wave of momentum with a recent streak of three consecutive wins. Their last game resulted in a decisive 80-60 victory against the UMass Lowell River Hawks, and they had averaged 77.5 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing 71.9 points. In contrast, the Eagles had a record of 5-6 and had been hovering around the .500 mark with a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They managed to win their most recent game against the New Haven Chargers, 67-63, but had struggled to find consistency, averaging 70.0 points scored and 66.6 points allowed.
At home, Boston College had a record of 4-4, while Massachusetts was 5-3 at home and 1-1 in away games prior to this matchup. The Eagles had shown some vulnerability in their home games, which could have played a role in their performance against the Minutemen. The previous meetings between these two teams added a layer of intrigue, as they have a history of competitive encounters, but specific details on past results were not provided in the block.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions of key players missing from either side, which meant both teams were likely at full strength for this important clash. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Boston College as slight favorites with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 143.5. The moneyline odds reflected a close contest, with Boston College at -115 and Massachusetts at -105, indicating a competitive matchup.
The conditions for the game were typical for a mid-December basketball contest, with both teams likely to be acclimatized to the indoor environment of the MassMutual Center. As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a tense second half where scoring plays were critical in determining the outcome. Key moments included Chase Forte's free throws, which helped the Minutemen maintain their lead late in the game, and a layup by Donald Hand Jr. that tied the game at 74 before Marcus Banks Jr. sealed the victory with two crucial free throws.
Overall, this matchup not only highlighted the competitive nature of NCAAB but also underscored the importance of momentum and execution in tight games. The Minutemen's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities in the final moments proved decisive, while the Eagles will look to regroup and address their inconsistencies moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BC -1.5 | 143.5 o -112 / u -108 | Massachusetts Minutemen -105 · Boston College Eagles -115 |
Leaders
- PointsDonald Hand Jr.18Boston College Eagles
- AssistsChase Forte5Boston College Eagles
- ReboundsJason Asemota7Boston College Eagles
- PointsMarcus Banks Jr.29Massachusetts Minutemen
- AssistsK'Jei Parker4Massachusetts Minutemen
- ReboundsJayden Ndjigue11Massachusetts Minutemen
Recent form
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak W170 scored · 66.6 allowed per game4-4 at home
- 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
- W63-52vs Hampton PiratesNov 19
- W76-71at Temple OwlsNov 15
- L59-60vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 12
- W76-47vs The Citadel BulldogsNov 7
- L78-83at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 4
Massachusetts Minutemen
Last 10: 6-4Streak W377.5 scored · 71.9 allowed per game1-1 away
- W80-60vs UMass Lowell River HawksDec 6
- W78-71vs Harvard CrimsonDec 4
- W73-65at Oregon State BeaversNov 24
- L75-79vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 22
- L65-69at Charleston CougarsNov 21
- W84-77vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 16
- W94-80vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 14
- W83-62vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 8
- L72-78vs Marshall Thundering HerdNov 4
- L71-78vs La Salle ExplorersMar 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Massachusetts Minutemen | Boston College Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-62 | 22-58 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 7-16 | 3-23 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 13 |
| Free throws | 13-24 | 27-35 |
| Free throw % | 54 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 22 |
| Assists | 16 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 3 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 38 |
| Fouls | 25 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 69 | 20 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-40Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-40Marcus Banks Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by K'Jei Parker.
- 2nd Half54-40Dimitri Clerc made Layup. Assisted by K'Jei Parker.
- 2nd Half54-42Donald Hand Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Fred Payne.
- 2nd Half54-43Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-44Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-46Donald Hand Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Chase Forte.
- 2nd Half54-47Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-47Dwayne Wimbley Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Daniel Hankins-Sanford.
- 2nd Half56-48Jason Asemota made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-50Donald Hand Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Chase Forte.
- 2nd Half56-51Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-53Fred Payne made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-55Boden Kapke made Layup. Assisted by Chase Forte.
- 2nd Half56-56Boden Kapke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-58Chase Forte made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-59Jason Asemota made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-61Jason Asemota made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half56-63Chase Forte made Dunk.
- 2nd Half59-63Marcus Banks Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Danny Carbuccia.
- 2nd Half59-64Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-65Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-65Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-65Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-66Leonardo Bettiol made Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Ndjigue.
- 2nd Half65-66K'Jei Parker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-68Jason Asemota made Dunk. Assisted by Chase Forte.
- 2nd Half66-68K'Jei Parker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-68Marcus Banks Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by K'Jei Parker.
- 2nd Half71-68K'Jei Parker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-69Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-70Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-70Daniel Hankins-Sanford made Layup. Assisted by Leonardo Bettiol.
- 2nd Half73-71Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-72Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-72Daniel Hankins-Sanford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-74Donald Hand Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-74Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-74Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston College Eagles, below favours Massachusetts Minutemen.
Venue
- MassMutual CenterSpringfield, MA
- Attendance5853
- OfficialsChad Barlow, Mikerlange Fleury, Michael Kitts
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