Eagles Host Clemson in Key ACC Matchup on Saturday

Pre-Game Senior Celebration:
The Men's Basketball Class of 2020 will be honored in a pre-game ceremony. Fans should plan to be in their seats by 5:40 p.m.

#Fight4Literacy Game:
For the third consecutive season, BC Men's Basketball has partnered with Coaching For Literacy. Coaches will wear green ties and lapel pins to promote childhood reading. You can join the Boston College Eagles in an effort to help kids in Massachusetts become better readers. Donate $10 today to give 2 books to a kid in Boston. To learn more text 'EAGLES4LIT' to 71-777 or visit: www.fightforliteracygames.org.

Free Bucket Hat Giveaway:
Early arriving students will receive a voucher for a free reversible BC bucket hat, while supplies last. The vouchers will be redeemable at the end of halftime.

Military Appreciation Night:
Current and former members of the military can receive two (2) free tickets and receive a discount on concessions and merchandise by showing a military ID card at the box office.

Clear Bag Policy:
A clear bag policy will be in effect for all men's basketball games at Conte Forum. Approved bags for entrance to Conte Forum include a clear plastic bag that does not exceed 12"x12"x6", a one-gallon sized clear plastic bag, or a small clutch wristlet or handheld wallet.

Concessions:
All concessions (with the exception of alcohol) will be discounted by 50% pre-game, prior to tip-off. Kids fare is available in Conte Forum and all items will be $1.50, including Uncrustables peanut butter and jelly sandwich, Goldfish snack crackers, and "kid popular" bottled drinks provided by Coca-Cola.

Merchandise:
All fans arriving early are eligible to purchase one item from the Conte Forum merchandise shop for 25% up until tip-off.

Preferred Mutual Family Section:
The Preferred Mutual Family Section will ensure a positive gameday experience for fans of all ages in an area that promotes sportsmanship and good behavior. Special youth pricing will be available in the family section. For more information, call the BC Athletics box office at (617) 552-GoBC.

BOSTON COLLEGE VS. CLEMSON - ALL-TIME SERIES

Today's game marks the 26th meeting between the two schools.
BC is 7-18 all-time against Clemson, dating back to 1975-76.
In ACC regular season play, BC is 6-12 against Clemson.
Clemson has won the last eight games - and nine of the last 12.
It is BC's longest active losing streak versus an opponent.
Last season, BC lost, 76-66, at Clemson on Feb. 23, 2019.

JAY HEATH CLIMBING UP THE CHARTS AMONG BC FRESHMEN

Jay Heath's 50 3-pointers so far this season rank him tied for sixth all-time among Boston College freshmen.
Tyrese Rice's 63 treys in 2005-06 tops the list, followed by Ky Bowman, who made 62 3's in 2016-17.
The rest of the list: 3. 59 - Troy Bell (1999-2000); 4. 57 - Lonnie Jackson (2011-12); 5. 55 - Scoonie Penn (1995-96); 6. 50 - Jay Heath (2019-20)/Olivier Hanlan (2012-13).
On February 12 at Miami, Jay Heath reached the 300-point mark on the season - in his 24th game.
Since 1990, only five other BC freshmen have reached the 300-point mark through their first 24 games.
Craig Smith did so in 14 games in 2003-04, while Troy Bell needed 16 games in 1999-2000.
Olivier Hanlan (2012-13) and Scoonie Penn (1995-96) took 22, while Ky Bowman (2016-17) needed 23.

TODAY'S BOSTON COLLEGE NOTE(S) YOU CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT

Last time out at Virginia, Nik Popovic became the first Boston College player 6-11 or taller to make three 3-pointers in a game.
The only player taller than Popovic in the ACC to make three 3FG this season? Jay Huff of Virginia. Same game.
Duke's Ryan Kelly (6-11) holds the ACC standard for most 3's by a player 6-11 or taller - 7- vs. Miami on March 2, 2013.

ON THIS DATE: FEBRUARY 22

Boston College is 12-7 overall and 0-1 in ACC play all-time in games played on February 22.
February 22 marks the dual celebration of National California Day and National Margarita Day.
On this day in history on February 22: 1860: Shoe makers in Lynn, Mass. strike successfully for higher wages; 1879: Frank Woolworth opens his first 5 & 10 cent store; 1889: U.S. President Grover Cleveland signs bill, admitting the Dakotas, Montana, and Washington to the union; 1962: Wilt Chamberlain sets NBA record with 34 free throw attempts in a single game; 1980: The U.S. men's ice hockey team defeats the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" at Lake Placid; 2009: Heath Ledger posthumously wins an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as the Joker in "The Dark Knight." And. Here. We. Go.
Notable February 22 birthdays: U.S. President George Washington; NBA Hall of Famer Julius Erving; actress Drew Barrymore; Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin; former U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy; Formula One driver Niki Lauda; poet Edna St. Vincent Millay; former Sublime lead singer Bradley Nowell.

EAGLES POSTING NOTABLE ACC WIN MILESTONES IN 2019-20

The seven ACC victories so far this season surpassed the total from a season ago and equals the total in 2017-18.
The Eagles also registered seven ACC wins in 2012-13.
BC swept a regular season series for the first time since 2013-14. In both instances, the Eagles took two from Virginia Tech.
BC's three ACC road wins are the most since 2010-11, when the Eagles won three conference road games.

POPOVIC OVER HIS LAST SIX

Nik Popovic is averaging 12.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 2.3 steals while shooting 54.4% over his last six games.
Last time out, he poured in 22 points (3-5 3FG) to go with seven boards at Virginia.
He returned to the starting lineup vs. N.C. State on Feb. 16, contributing 14 points, eight boards, four steals and an assist.
The senior missed nine games (back) from Dec. 7-Jan. 19 and returned to the lineup on Jan. 22 at Pittsburgh.

IS JAY HEATH THE BAROMETER?

When Jay Heath scores 15 points or more this season, Boston College is 8-3.
In those games, Heath is shooting just under 50% (65-131) from the floor, including 31-of-64 from 3-point land (48.4%).
Starting backcourt mate Derryck Thornton is averaging 15.0 points per game in those games.
The BC backcourt tandem is averaging a combined 6.2 assists per game and a 1.66:1 assist/turnover ratio in those games.
When Jay Heath scores at least 17 points, Boston College is 4-1.

TRENDING: JAIRUS HAMILTON

Jairus Hamilton poured in a career-high 23 points on Jan. 25 in a home win over Virginia Tech.
The sophomore forward connected on 7-of-11 shots from the floor, including a career-best five 3-pointers (5-7 3FG).
He scored 15 of his 23 points in the second half - 12 of those 15 points came over the final 5:49 of play.
He grabbed a season-best eight rebounds in 32 minutes of play vs. the Hokies.
Hamilton posted three straight double-digit scoring performances - Pitt, VT, Louisville - for the first time in his career.
From Jan. 22-25 - a two-game span - Hamilton connected on 76.5% from the floor (13-17) and 75% of his 3-pointers (6-8).
He is the fifth player in the ACC this season to shoot 76.5% over a two-game span (min. 15 FGA).
The last time an ACC player shot at least 76.5% and 75% from 3FG over two games: Keyshawn Woods (Wake Forest) in 2016.
The last ACC player to shoot 76.5%/75% AND average 7.0 rebounds/game in two games: BC's Jared Dudley in 2007.

ALLOW ME TO RE-INTRODUCE MYSELF

Graduate transfer Derryck Thornton has returned to the ACC to play his final season of eligibility.
He is Boston College's leading scorer (13.1 ppg) and ranks 13th in the ACC in assists, averaging 3.6 assists per contest.
His top four career scoring performances have come this season, including a career-best 23 points vs. Wake Forest.
The 6-3 guard had 22 points last time out in a win over N.C. State and 22 points in a road win at USF.
Overall, four of his top five and seven of his top 10 single-game scoring totals have come in a BC uniform.
Thornton began his career at Duke in 2015-16, averaging 7.1 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 36 games (20 starts).
The L.A. native played two seasons USC, averaging 6.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and a 1.73:1 ATR in 57 games.
His assist/turnover (2.22:1) ranked third and his assists average ranked sixth (4.3) in the Pac-12 in 2018-19.

KAMARI WILLIAMS IS HEATING UP

Over the last four games, Kamari Williams is averaging 16.5 minutes of play and 15.3 minutes over the last six.
Through his first 16 games played, WIlliams native was averaging just under seven minutes per game as a reserve.
On Feb. 12 at Miami, Williams scored a season-best 14 points (6-10 FG; 2-3 3FG) in 22 minutes of play.
In the overtime win at Virginia Tech on Feb. 8, the freshman forward tallied eight points (3-4 FG; 2-3 3FG) in 21 minutes.

NOT THROWING AWAY HIS SHOT

Despite being hampered by an ankle injury the last four games, Jared Hamilton is having his best offensive season.
He ranks fifth on the team in scoring (8.0 points per game): 6.6 as a starter (nine games) and 9.0 as a sub (13 games).
On Feb. 1 at North Carolina, Hamilton tied his season-high with 18 points, including the late game go-ahead free throws.
It was his second game winning shot of the year - he hit the go-ahead 3-pointer in the 60-53 win over #18/18 Virginia on Jan. 7.
He has scored in double-digits in seven of 22 games. BC is 7-0 when Hamilton scores 10 or more points.
He is shooting 61.0% (36-59) and 11-of-18 from 3-point land (61.1%) in the seven games where he has scored in double digits.
Twice he has scored 18 points - at North Carolina and in a home win over Central Connecticut.
Hamilton's 18 3-pointers in 2019-20 are a career-high. He entered the season with nine career 3-pointers.

HONEY, DO YOU THINK KFC's STILL OPEN?

Boston College has snapped several losing streaks so far this season.
On Dec. 7, BC ended a 13-game slide overall - and 12-game streak in ACC play - vs. Notre Dame dating back to Feb. 8, 2005.
Additionally, the win ended a streak of 11 losses at the Joyce Center that dated back to Jan. 11, 1997.
On Feb. 1, BC halted an 12-game losing streak vs. North Carolina, dating back a decade to Feb. 1, 2010.
Boston College also snapped similar streaks of six (Virginia) and five (Virginia Tech) this season.
At current, BC's longest active losing streak is against Clemson (eight games).

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