Miami Hurricanes Defeat Boston College Eagles 74-68
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Conte Forum
Miami Hurricanes 74, Boston College Eagles 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Miami Hurricanes vs Boston College Eagles?
Miami Hurricanes beat Boston College Eagles 74-68 at Conte Forum on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Miami Hurricanes vs Boston College Eagles?
Miami Hurricanes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested game, the Miami Hurricanes secured a 74-68 victory over the Boston College Eagles at Conte Forum on February 7, 2026. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as Miami, boasting a strong away record of 18-5, faced a Boston College team struggling with a 9-14 record. The Hurricanes were favored by 8.5 points according to DraftKings, reflecting their superior performance throughout the season.
Miami entered the game with a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss in their previous outing against the California Golden Bears, where they fell just short with an 85-86 score. Their scoring average during this stretch was an impressive 80.5 points per game, while they allowed an average of 72.9 points. In contrast, Boston College's form has been less favorable, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, and they were on a three-game losing streak. The Eagles averaged 63.3 points scored and allowed 70.0 points during this period, indicating struggles on both ends of the court.
At home, the Eagles had a record of 3-2, while their away performance was significantly weaker at 0-5. Miami's away record stood at 3-1, showcasing their ability to perform well on the road. The previous meeting between these two teams earlier in the season resulted in a victory for Boston College, who won 78-68 at home on January 1, 2025. This added an intriguing layer to the matchup, as Miami sought to even the score.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, which meant both squads were likely at full strength for this important game. The conditions in Conte Forum were typical for a February evening, with fans eager to see if the Eagles could turn their fortunes around against a formidable opponent.
As the game unfolded, Miami managed to maintain control, with key contributions from players like Tre Donaldson, who was instrumental in the second half. Donaldson made critical free throws and assisted on a crucial dunk by Dante Allen, which helped extend Miami's lead. The Hurricanes' ability to capitalize on free throws was evident as they converted crucial shots down the stretch, further solidifying their advantage.
Boston College fought hard to keep the game competitive, but their inability to stop Miami's offensive onslaught ultimately led to their downfall. The Eagles' scoring plays included a late push to close the gap, but they could not overcome the deficit created by Miami's consistent scoring.
The final score of 74-68 not only highlighted Miami's resilience but also underscored the challenges facing Boston College as they continue to seek improvement in their season. With Miami now having a 1-0 record against Boston College this season, they will look to build on this victory as they move forward in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIA -8.5 | 141.5 o -115 / u -105 | Miami Hurricanes -395 · Boston College Eagles +310 |
Leaders
- PointsDonald Hand Jr.20Boston College Eagles
- AssistsChase Forte4Boston College Eagles
- ReboundsBoden Kapke11Boston College Eagles
- PointsMalik Reneau23Miami Hurricanes
- AssistsTre Donaldson7Miami Hurricanes
- ReboundsMalik Reneau8Miami Hurricanes
Recent form
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L363.3 scored · 70 allowed per game3-2 at home
- 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
- L71-79vs NC State WolfpackJan 7
- L53-65at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsJan 3
- W72-64vs Le Moyne DolphinsDec 28
Miami Hurricanes
Last 10: 7-3Streak L180.5 scored · 72.9 allowed per game3-1 away
- L85-86vs California Golden BearsJan 31
- W79-70vs Stanford CardinalJan 29
- W85-76at Syracuse OrangeJan 24
- L63-65vs Florida State SeminolesJan 21
- L59-69at Clemson TigersJan 17
- W81-69at Notre Dame Fighting IrishJan 14
- W91-81vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsJan 10
- W81-77at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 8
- W76-69vs Pittsburgh PanthersDec 31
- W105-67vs North Florida OspreysDec 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 | Miami Hurricanes | Boston College Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-54 | 26-65 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 9-28 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 32 |
| Free throws | 13-25 | 7-10 |
| Free throw % | 52 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 24 |
| Assists | 13 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 30 |
| Fouls | 11 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 95 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-31Shelton Henderson makes driving layup (Noam Dovrat assists)
- 1st Half34-33Boden Kapke makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half35-33Shelton Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-33Malik Reneau makes layup
- 2nd Half37-35Boden Kapke makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half39-35Malik Reneau makes driving layup (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half41-35Malik Reneau makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-37Luka Toews makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-37Tre Donaldson makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half43-40Donald Hand Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Boden Kapke assists)
- 2nd Half46-40Dante Allen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shelton Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half48-40Shelton Henderson makes layup (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half50-40Tre Donaldson makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-41Donald Hand Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half50-42Donald Hand Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half51-42Salih Altuntas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-45Caleb Steger makes 28-foot three point jumper (Chase Forte assists)
- 2nd Half53-45Shelton Henderson makes layup
- 2nd Half53-46Donald Hand Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-49Caleb Steger makes 27-foot three point jumper (Fred Payne assists)
- 2nd Half55-49Malik Reneau makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-51Jayden Hastings makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-51Malik Reneau makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-54Donald Hand Jr. makes 29-foot three point jumper (Fred Payne assists)
- 2nd Half57-56Fred Payne makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-58Donald Hand Jr. makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half59-58Shelton Henderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-58Tre Donaldson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-61Boden Kapke makes 28-foot three point jumper (Donald Hand Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half64-61Tre Donaldson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Shelton Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half64-63Jayden Hastings makes 3-foot dunk (Boden Kapke assists)
- 2nd Half66-63Shelton Henderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-63Dante Allen makes 3-foot dunk (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Tre Donaldson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-63Tre Donaldson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-66Fred Payne makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half72-66Ernest Udeh Jr. makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half73-66Tre Donaldson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-68Boden Kapke makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half74-68Tre Donaldson makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston College Eagles, below favours Miami Hurricanes.
Venue
- Conte ForumChestnut Hill, MA
- Attendance6133
- OfficialsMark Schnur, Eric Lewis, Michael Kitts
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