The 2026 Hall of Fame Series begins Friday at TD Garden with Boston College hosting UMass in a Bay State matchup. Tipoff is set for 4 p.m. ET.
Boston College enters as a 5.5-point favorite with an over/under of 144.5 points. The Eagles lead the all-time series 26-22, though UMass has won the last three meetings, including the 2025 contest.
Both teams won their season openers: UMass defeated Troy, while Boston College handled Wagner. The SportsLine Projection Model, which has posted an 11-1 record on top-rated over/under picks since 2025, projects the total to stay under 144.5, citing early-season roster adjustments and an early tipoff in an NBA arena as factors for a lower-scoring game.
The model also indicates one side of the spread hits in over 70% of simulations. Detailed spread picks are available via SportsLine.
