Dartmouth seeks turnaround against Boston College after losing streak

On Friday, December 1, 2024, Dartmouth's basketball team will face the Boston College Eagles in Boston, Massachusetts. The Big Green, with a current record of 2-3, are looking to halt a disappointing three-game losing streak. The game marks the first matchup of the season between these two teams. Specifically, Dartmouth has struggled in away games, currently holding a record of 0-2 when not playing at home, which adds further pressure to their performance against Boston College. Boston College, boasting a stronger record of 6-1, has been dominant at home, winning all three of their games on their home court. They have also demonstrated their ability to win decisively, with a record of 2-1 in games decided by 10 points or more. Their performance has been buoyed by solid team statistics, shooting 42% from the field, although this is slightly lower than the 44.4% Dartmouth allows their opponents to shoot. One area where Dartmouth has excelled is their ability to make three-pointers, averaging 9.4 makes per game, significantly above the 5.6 they permit by Boston College. This suggests that if Dartmouth can capitalize on their long-range shooting, they could pose a serious threat to the Eagles. Performance from key players will be crucial in this matchup; for Dartmouth, Cade Haskins averages 14.6 points per game, while Boston College’s Donald Hand Jr. is averaging 15.3 points and 8.3 rebounds and is shooting 40% from beyond the arc. As the teams prepare for Friday's game, the stakes are high for Dartmouth to turn their season around. A victory would not only end their losing streak but also build momentum as they look to improve their overall season performance. Conversely, Boston College aims to extend their home success and maintain their position in an increasingly competitive league.