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Can Boston College Eagles Soar at PNC Arena Against NC State Wolfpack?

As the Boston College Eagles prepare to face off against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at PNC Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent performances. The upcoming clash, set for February 24th, is anticipated to be a showcase of skill and strategy.


Feb 11, 2023; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Jarkel Joiner (1) drives to the basket against Boston College Eagles guard Mason Madsen (45) during the first half at the Conte Forum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

The Eagles have displayed a mixed bag of results in their past games. Despite a tough loss against Duke with a scoreline of 65-80, where they struggled from beyond the arc with just nineteen percent shooting accuracy for three-pointers, they showed resilience in other areas. Their two-point field goal percentage stood strong at fifty-eight percent, and they managed to dish out fifteen assists.


In another close encounter against Florida State Seminoles that ended in a narrow defeat (62-63), Boston College's performance was commendable considering they shot one hundred percent from the free-throw line and grabbed forty rebounds. However, turnovers were an issue as they committed fifteen which slightly overshadowed their defensive efforts that included six steals.


Feb 11, 2023; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Jarkel Joiner (1) attempts a three-point basket past Boston College Eagles guard Makai Ashton-Langford (11) during the first half at the Conte Forum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

On a brighter note, when facing Syracuse Orange at home in Silvio O. Conte Forum, the Eagles soared high with an impressive victory (80-75). They excelled with sixty percent shooting from the field and fifty percent from three-point territory – showcasing efficient scoring capabilities. Yet again though turnovers were high at twenty-one for this game indicating an area needing attention.


As we look towards Raleigh's PNC Arena atmosphere which is known for its intensity and passionate fans could play into NC State's favor; however, if Boston College can maintain their offensive efficiency while tightening up ball security there’s potential for an upset on enemy ground.


Feb 11, 2023; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Boston College Eagles guard Makai Ashton-Langford (11) controls the ball against North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Jarkel Joiner (1) during the first half at the Conte Forum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch all the action live on February 24th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time on ACC Network channel 612 or witness it firsthand in Raleigh's electrifying venue – PNC Arena.

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