Boston College Dominates The Citadel in Season Opener
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Conte Forum
Boston College Eagles 76, The Citadel Bulldogs 47, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won The Citadel Bulldogs vs Boston College Eagles?
Boston College Eagles beat The Citadel Bulldogs 76-47 at Conte Forum on November 6, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Boston College Eagles triumphed over the Citadel Bulldogs with a final score of 76-47 at Conte Forum on November 7, 2025. This game marked a significant moment for Boston College, who improved their record to 2-1 for the season, while the Bulldogs fell to 1-2. The Eagles showcased a powerful performance, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Bulldogs significantly, highlighting their offensive capabilities.
Boston College entered the game with a recent form of 2-8 over their last ten games, with a current losing streak of five games. Their average scoring during this stretch was 71.0 points, while they allowed an average of 76.6 points per game. In contrast, The Citadel had a record of 1-9 in their last ten games, but they managed to snap a losing streak with a win against Erskine on November 4, 2025, where they scored 105 points. Despite this victory, their overall average scoring was lower at 67.7 points, with an average of 74.6 points allowed.
At home, Boston College had a record of 2-2, while The Citadel struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-5. The Eagles' home advantage was evident in their performance against The Citadel, as they maintained control throughout the game. In their previous meeting, Boston College also emerged victorious, winning 69-60 on November 5, 2024, which further established their dominance in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting that both sides were at full strength for this contest. This allowed for a competitive atmosphere, although the Eagles quickly established themselves as the stronger team.
The betting market reflected Boston College's strong position, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a complete expectation of victory. The conditions at Conte Forum were conducive to a solid performance from the Eagles, who took full advantage of their home crowd.
As the game unfolded, Boston College's scoring plays were highlighted by various contributors. In the second half, Christian Moore made a layup, followed by Caleb Steger hitting a three-point jumper, which showcased the Eagles' offensive versatility. The Bulldogs managed to score through Christian Moore and Aidan Shaw, but their efforts were insufficient to close the gap. The Eagles continued to build their lead with consistent scoring from players like Boden Kapke, who contributed both layups and free throws.
Overall, the game served as a strong opener for Boston College, setting a positive tone for the remainder of the season. The Eagles' ability to dominate in the second half and their solid defensive efforts against The Citadel's offense will be crucial as they look to build on this momentum.
Leaders
- PointsDonald Hand Jr.18Boston College Eagles
- AssistsChase Forte6Boston College Eagles
- ReboundsMarko Radunovic9Boston College Eagles
- PointsChristian Moore16The Citadel Bulldogs
- AssistsMarcos Gonzales2The Citadel Bulldogs
- ReboundsSola Adebisi12The Citadel Bulldogs
Recent form
Boston College Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L571 scored · 76.6 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L78-83at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 4
- L67-93at Pittsburgh PanthersMar 8
- L69-78vs Clemson TigersMar 6
- L71-82at California Golden BearsMar 2
- L60-78at Stanford CardinalFeb 27
- W69-54vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 22
- W54-36vs Virginia Tech HokiesFeb 19
- L62-70at NC State WolfpackFeb 15
- L94-97vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 13
- L86-95at Syracuse OrangeFeb 8
The Citadel Bulldogs
Last 10: 1-9Streak W167.7 scored · 74.6 allowed per game0-5 away
- W105-61vs Erskine Flying FleetNov 4
- L62-73at VMI KeydetsMar 8
- L66-81vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersMar 1
- L42-85at Furman PaladinsFeb 27
- L75-76at Chattanooga MocsFeb 22
- L52-62vs Mercer BearsFeb 20
- L73-76at Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 15
- L71-74vs Wofford TerriersFeb 13
- L70-82at VMI KeydetsFeb 8
- L61-76vs UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
| 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 | The Citadel Bulldogs | Boston College Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-53 | 27-62 |
| Field goal % | 30 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 5-26 | 5-28 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 18 |
| Free throws | 10-20 | 17-28 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 33 |
| Assists | 9 | 10 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 36 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 29 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half22-34Braxton Williams made Layup. Assisted by Sola Adebisi.
- 1st Half22-36Chase Forte made Layup.
- 1st Half23-36Christian Moore made Free Throw.
- 1st Half24-36Christian Moore made Free Throw.
- 1st Half24-38Boden Kapke made Jumper.
- 2nd Half24-40Chase Forte made Jumper.
- 2nd Half24-42Donald Hand Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half24-44Donald Hand Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half24-46Aidan Shaw made Dunk. Assisted by Chase Forte.
- 2nd Half25-46Sola Adebisi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-46Cassius Bonjasky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-47Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-47Marcos Gonzales made Layup.
- 2nd Half28-48Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-50Donald Hand Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-50Braxton Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-51Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-51Braxton Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcos Gonzales.
- 2nd Half33-54Jason Asemota made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chase Forte.
- 2nd Half34-54Keynan Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-54Keynan Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-57Jason Asemota made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marko Radunovic.
- 2nd Half35-59Jayden Hastings made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half36-59Keynan Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-59Braxton Williams made Layup. Assisted by Marcos Gonzales.
- 2nd Half40-59Sola Adebisi made Dunk. Assisted by Keynan Davis.
- 2nd Half40-61Donald Hand Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-63Fred Payne made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-64Fred Payne made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-64Eze Wali made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-64Christian Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-65Donald Hand Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-65Christian Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-68Caleb Steger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Donald Hand Jr..
- 2nd Half47-68Christian Moore made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carter Kingsbury.
- 2nd Half47-70Aidan Shaw made Dunk.
- 2nd Half47-71Chase Forte made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-73Caleb Steger made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-75Boden Kapke made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Steger.
- 2nd Half47-76Boden Kapke made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Boston College Eagles, below favours The Citadel Bulldogs.
Venue
- Conte ForumChestnut Hill, MA
- Attendance2538
- OfficialsTony Henderson, Tommy Morrissey, Connor Penn
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