Nov 7, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Boston University Terriers forward Ben Defty (14) defends Northwestern Wildcats forward Arrinten Page (22) during the first half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Boston University vs Penn State Prediction 11/25/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

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MATCHUP Boston Univ. Terriers Penn State Nittany Lions
Team Records 3-3 5-1
Where Bryce Jordan Center, University Park, PA
When Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Time 07:00 PM EST
TV Peacock

In this article we will formulate a Boston University vs Penn State prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, November 25th at the Bryce Jordan Center in University Park, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Boston University Terriers Betting Preview

The Boston University Terriers are 3-3 this season after they defeated Harvard by a score of 75-74 in their last game. Boston University trailed 35-32 at halftime, but they scored 43 points in the second half to escape with the close win. The Terriers shot 63% from the field, 52% on three pointers, and 50% on free throws in the game. Chance Gladden led BU with 20 points and three assists, while Ben Defty added 16 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Boston University lost to Columbia by a score of 54-49 and Merrimack by a score of 91-79. The Terriers have scored 70.2 points per game with 31.2 rebounds and 15.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.5 points against per game this season. Ben Defty is averaging 13.8 points and 6.7 rebounds per game, while Michael McNair is averaging 13.0 points and 3.2 assists per game for the Terriers. Boston University is shooting 46.2% from the field, 70.8% on free throws, and 36.6% on three pointers this season. 

Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Preview

The Penn State Nittany Lions are 5-1 this year after they lost to Providence by a score of 77-65 in their last game. Penn State trailed 32-31 at halftime and allowed 45 points in the second half in the loss. The Nittany Lions shot 33% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 81% on free throws in the game. Freddie Dilione V led PSU with 22 points and nine rebounds, while Melih Tunca added 11 points and three rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Penn State defeated Harvard by a score of 84-80 and La Salle by a score of 83-69. The Nittany Lions have scored 79.2 points per game with 33.5 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 68.0 points against per game this season. Kayden Mingo is averaging 14.5 points and 4.3 rebounds per game, while Freddie Dilione V is averaging 14.0 points and 4.2 rebounds per game for the Nittany Lions. Penn State is shooting 49.0% from the field, 70.3% on free throws, and 36.0% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Penn State Nittany Lions will win

  • Penn State has won each of its last 13 night games against non-Conference opponents.
  • Boston University has lost each of its last six Tuesday road games.
  • Boston University has lost the first half in each of its last four games against the Big Ten Conference.

Total Points Facts

  • Ten of Penn State’s last 11 games against non-Conference opponents at Bryce Jordan Center have produced a total of 150+ points.
  • Each of Boston University’s last seven Tuesday night games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 133 or fewer points.

Boston University vs Penn State Prediction 

Penn State comes into this matchup after suffering their first loss last time out, but they will be at home here. The Nittany Lions are shooting 49% from the field and they have scored at least 80 points in four of their last five games. Boston University picked up a solid win over Harvard in their last game, but they have lost two of their last three. The Terriers are shooting 46% from the field and they have scored 49 and 52 points in their last two road games. Take Penn State to get the cover at home here.

David Racey's Pick: Penn State -14.5

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