The Heights

Reyes Transfers to Nevada for Final Year of Eligibility

Andy Backstrom • July 6, 2019

Graduate transfer Johncarlos Reyes, the Eagles’ last remaining player from its 2015-16 team, has committed to the Wolf Pack, leaving BC with just two true centers.

Illinois State Graduate Transfer Deontae Hawkins Commits to BC

Andy Backstrom • June 5, 2017

In his final year with Illinois State, Deontae Hawkins led the Redbirds in scoring and rebounding, and nearly took them to the NCAA Tournament. Now, he'll take one more jab at the tournament—this time, with BC.

It Takes More Than Five to Create Winning Basketball

Andy Backstrom • March 29, 2017

Often, bench players are an afterthought. But with Luke Maye's game-winning shot in Sunday's South Regional final, everyone was reminded how important a supporting cast really is.

Point/Counterpoint: What’s Worse, Being Blown out or Losing Close Games?

Tom DeVoto and Andy Backstrom • March 23, 2017

Recently, Boston College has lived in the cellar of the ACC, as losing has become more of a norm. Blowouts, close losses, you name it. BC has seen it all.

Despite Marginal Improvement, Men’s Basketball Still Sits at ACC’s Cellar

Chris Noyes • March 16, 2017

Ky Bowman's electrifying play in the back half of the season complemented Jerome Robinson and gave fans a sense of hope. Yet it wasn't enough to right Christian's rebuild. BC still sits at the bottom of the ACC.

Bowman Injures Knee in Season-Ending ACC Tournament Loss to Wake Forest

Andy Backstrom • March 7, 2017

Nearing the five-minute mark in the first half, Ky Bowman leapt to block to a Bryant Crawford shot. But the All-ACC Freshman fell awkwardly on his right leg. His season was finished, and effectively, so was the Eagles'.

Eagles Lose to Clemson in Regular Season Finale

Chris Noyes • March 4, 2017

The Eagles couldn't snap their 14-game losing streak in the last game of the regular season, falling to Clemson 82-68 on Saturday evening.

Notebook: Hokies’ Explosive Second Half Quells Robinson’s Efficient Outing

Tom DeVoto • February 26, 2017

BC entered halftime with a two-point lead over Virginia Tech on Saturday. Yet, once again, the Eagles let their intermission lead slide. The Hokies shot 75 percent from the field in the second half to top BC 91-75.

Mike Krzyzewski Needs to Take Action Against Grayson Allen

Annabel Steele • February 1, 2017

Duke men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski recently made headlines for taking tough measures against his slumping team, but until he takes serious action against Grayson Allen his actions look hypocritical.

Notebook: Chatman Has Second Consecutive Strong Game

Annabel Steele • February 1, 2017

Jordan Chatman, Jerome Robinson, and Ky Bowman dominated for the Eagles, but Wake Forest still emerged victorious in BC's second consecutive game that came down to the wire.

Collins, Demon Deacons Hand Eagles Sixth Straight Loss

Riley Overend • January 31, 2017

Wake's John Collins dominated BC's frontcourt to the tune of 26 points, 16 rebounds, and three blocks, dealing the Eagles another defeat.

Notebook: Turnovers, Poor Screen Defense Doom Eagles Against UVA

Chris Noyes • January 19, 2017

An abundance of live-ball turnovers by the Eagles led to a 26-0 disparity in points off turnovers, one which they could never overcome in a loss to Virginia.