We’re still months away from tipoff for Boston College men’s basketball, but even so, there’s lots to look forward to for the 2020-21 season.
2019-20 Men’s Basketball Preview
After losing Ky Bowman to the NBA, the Eagles start the 2019-20 season with Derryck Thornton at the point guard spot, a reliable post scorer in Nik Popovic, and an exciting freshman class.
Media Day 2019: Eagles Defined by Growth, Experience
The likes of Derryck Thornton, Steffon Mitchell, and Jared Hamilton will aim to provide BC leadership alongside a group of freshmen brimming with potential.
Eagles Beat Out N.C. State for Top-100 Recruit DeMarr Langford
Four-star, Top-100 recruit DeMarr Langford announced his commitment to the Eagles Saturday. His brother, Makai Ashton-Langford, also transferred to BC in July. Langford is the second Top-100 recruit the Eagles have secured in 12 years.
Men’s Basketball Releases Complete 2019-20 Schedule
BC tips off the 2019-20 season against Wake Forest in November, hosts the defending champions Virginia and Northwestern in the ACC/B1G Challenge, and also play in the inaugural Al Attles Classic at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif.
Tabbs to Undergo Knee Surgery, Miss 2019-20 Season
BC and head coach Jim Christian took a blow on Wednesday, as it announced that talented point guard Wynston Tabbs would undergo knee surgery and miss the 2019-20 season.
After Going Undrafted, Bowman Signs One-Year Deal With Golden State Warriors
Ky Bowman reportedly could have been drafted in the second round on Thursday night, but didn’t want to commit to a two-way contract.
USC Grad Transfer Derryck Thornton Joins BC for 2019-20 Season
Derryck Thornton was a five-star ESPN 100 recruit who originally played at Duke before transferring to USC after his freshman season.
Nik Popovic Declares for 2019 NBA Draft
The NBA released a full list of early entrants for the 2019 draft Tuesday, and Eagles forward Nik Popovic was among the names listed. The junior averaged 14.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game in 2018-19.
BC Men’s Basketball ACC Tournament Preview: First Round vs. Pittsburgh
The Eagles enter the ACC Tournament on a two-game losing streak, having lost blowouts to UNC and N.C. State. Meanwhile, the Panthers claimed a key win over Notre Dame to end the regular season.