Boston College vs Clemson Prediction 1/13/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Boston College vs Clemson prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, January 13th at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, South Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Boston College Eagles Betting Preview

The Boston College Eagles are 7-9 (0-3) this season after they lost to Louisville by a score of 75-62 in their last game. Boston College led 34-30 at halftime, but they were outscored 45-28 in the second half in the loss. The Eagles shot 37% from the field, 32% on three pointers, and 44% on free throws in the game. Fred Payne led Boston College with 22 points and five rebounds, while Luka Toews added 11 points and two assists in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Boston College lost to NC State by a score of 79-71 and Georgia Tech by a score of 65-53. The Eagles have scored 69.0 points per game with 38.6 rebounds and 11.2 assists per game, while they have allowed 67.9 points against per game this season. Donald Hand Jr is averaging 15.3 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, while Fred Payne is averaging 13.8 points and 3.7 rebounds per game for the Eagles. Boston College is shooting 39.7% from the field, 67.2% on free throws, and 29.1% on three pointers this season. 

Clemson Tigers Betting Preview

The Clemson Tigers are 14-3 (4-0) this year after they defeated Notre Dame by a score of 76-61 in their last game. Clemson led 39-34 at halftime and they added 37 points in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 47% from the field, 27% on three pointers, and 83% on free throws in the game. Jestin Porter led Clemson with 26 points and two assists, while RJ Godfrey added 16 points and three rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Clemson defeated SMU by a score of 74-70 and Pittsburgh by a score of 73-68. The Tigers have scored 77.8 points per game with 37.3 rebounds and 13.9 assists per game, while they have allowed 65.6 points against per game this season. RJ Godfrey is averaging 12.2 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, while Jestin Porter is averaging 11.7 points and 1.9 rebounds per game for the Tigers. Clemson is shooting 46.1% from the field, 73.3% on free throws, and 32.5% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Clemson Tigers will win

• Clemson has won each of its last 12 games at Littlejohn Coliseum.
• Boston College has lost each of its last seven games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.
• Boston College has lost the first half in 11 of its last 12 road games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Why the Boston College Eagles will win

• Clemson has lost each of its last three January night games as an AP-ranked team.
• Boston College has won three of its last four night games against Clemson.

Total Points Facts

• Eight of Clemson’s last nine night games against the Atlantic Coast Conference at Littlejohn Coliseum have produced a total of 144+ points.
• Seven of Boston College’s last eight games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 137+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Clemson ranks 17th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (22.1).
• Clemson ranks 21st among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (65.6).
• Boston College ranks T32nd among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (4.9).
• Boston College ranks 43rd among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (29.8%).

Boston College vs Clemson Prediction 

Clemson rolls into this matchup undefeated in conference play and they have allowed 61 points in two of their last four games. The Tigers are shooting 46% from the field, but they have had some close calls on the road against Syracuse and Pittsburgh. Boston College has lost three games in a row and they have scored 62 points or fewer in two of those three. The Eagles are shooting 40% from the field and they have covered this number in every game this season. Clemson has done a good job of winning, but four of their last five wins have been by five points or fewer. Take BC and the points here.

David Racey's Pick: Boston College +16.5