Facing the Lions for the first time in over 30 years on Tuesday night, men’s basketball looks to build off of its impressive upset over top-ranked Duke.
Miracle or Not, Duke Upset is Program-Defining
BC had topped three No. 1 teams before Saturday, but never at home. By defeating Duke, it showed students, fans, and the world of college basketball that it can, not only hang with, but also beat any team in the nation.
Notebook: Thanks to Lights Out Shooting, Eagles Shock Blue Devils
The Eagles overcame a lack of depth or presence inside, leaning on their guards to open up ACC play with a shocking upset over No. 1 Duke.
Men’s Basketball Upsets No. 1 Duke
The Eagles recorded a season-high 15 triples, including 11 in the first half alone, to take down the undefeated Blue Devils for just the third time in program history.
Previewing 2017-18 Men’s Basketball: Duke
With a win on Saturday, the Eagles will record their first upset victory over Duke since the 2008-09 season, and take an early one-game lead in the ACC.
Notebook: Despite Road Victory, BC’s Early-Season Struggles Continue
Jerome Robinson reached 1,000 points for his career in the win, but several consistent shortcomings that popped up against Hartford may haunt the Eagles come ACC play.
Backcourt Carries Men’s Basketball to Victory at Hartford
With Teddy Hawkins out of the lineup, the Eagles went back to relying on their backcourt as their primary source of production. Ky Bowman and Jerome Robinson came through, combining for a season-high 44 points.
Previewing 2017-18 Men’s Basketball: Hartford
The Eagles will get a chance to avenge last year’s heartbreaking loss to Hartford on Saturday night, before being thrown into ACC play next week.
At Nebraska, Eagles Lose Hawkins, ACC/Big Ten Challenge
Thirteen minutes into the first half, Teddy Hawkins went down with a non-contact knee injury, and while BC held its own for much of the night, it didn’t have enough firepower to make a move late in the game.
Men’s Basketball’s Defense Falters at Providence
The Eagles had no answer for Providence’s inside-out attack, and since their backcourt didn’t get going until late in the second half, they had no means of keeping pace with the Friars.