The Miami Hurricanes are back in action on Saturday, fresh off an impressive 83-73 victory over Florida State. With the ACC tournament on the horizon, Miami is looking to solidify its position and enhance its NCAA tournament seeding. The Hurricanes face Boston College at home in Coral Gables, aiming to sweep the season series after a win earlier this month.
Game Details:
- Time: 2 p.m. ET
- Location: Watsco Center, Coral Gables, Fla.
- TV: ACC Network
- Streaming: Available on the ESPN app and ESPN platforms (ACCN)
- Radio: Hurricane Sports Radio Network
Odds Update:
Keep an eye on the odds throughout the day, as they can shift. Make sure to check your preferred sportsbook for the most current lines.
Key Storylines:
Miami enters the weekend with a strong 22-6 overall record and an 11-4 mark in conference play, riding high after their recent win in Tallahassee. The Hurricanes previously defeated Boston College 74-68 on February 7, and now the Eagles are looking for redemption in Coral Gables. Meanwhile, Boston College comes into this matchup following a narrow 68-67 victory over Wake Forest.
Players to Watch:
Miami Hurricanes (22-6)
- F Malik Reneau: Averaging 19.6 points and 6.6 rebounds, Reneau is a force in the paint.
- G Tre Donaldson: With 16.6 points and 5.9 assists per game, Donaldson is the playmaker to watch.
- F Shelton Henderson: Contributing 14.3 points, Henderson adds depth to Miami's scoring options.
- G Tru Washington: Known for his defensive prowess, Washington averages 11.6 points and 1.8 steals.
- C Ernest Udeh Jr.: Dominating the boards with 9.4 rebounds and adding 1.3 blocks per game.
Boston College Eagles (10-18)
- G Fred Payne: Leading the Eagles with 15.4 points per game.
- G Donald Hand Jr.: A versatile player with 13.8 points and 5.0 rebounds.
- F Boden Kapke: Adding 9.7 points and 5.6 rebounds to the Eagles' lineup.
- G/F Aidan Shaw: Key rebounder with 6.3 boards per game.
- G Chase Forte: Leading in assists with 2.9 and also tops in steals at 1.0.
Series History:
The all-time series between Miami and Boston College is tightly contested, with Boston College holding a slight edge at 23-22 since 2000. Miami took the last meeting 74-68 on February 7, 2026, but Boston College was victorious in their last trip to Coral Gables, winning 67-57 on March 6, 2024. Over the last ten matchups, the teams are evenly split at 5-5.
As the Hurricanes and Eagles clash once again, both teams are eager to make a statement. Miami seeks to maintain momentum, while Boston College aims to turn the tide in their favor. Expect an engaging showdown as these ACC rivals face off.