Florida State Seminoles Aim to Climb Back to .500 Against Boston College

The Seminoles have won 5 of their last 7 games after a rough start to ACC play, while the Eagles have lost 6 straight.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Florida State Seminoles (12-13, 5-7 ACC) are looking to continue their recent resurgence when they host the struggling Boston College Eagles (9-16, 2-10 ACC) on Tuesday. Florida State has won 5 of its last 7 games after starting ACC play with 5 straight losses, while Boston College has lost 6 in a row. The Seminoles are coming off a dominant 92-69 win at Virginia Tech, led by Martin Somerville's 23 points. Boston College has struggled without injured leading scorer Donald Hand Jr., and is looking to end its skid against the improving Seminoles.

Why it matters

This game is an important one for both teams as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the ACC season. A win would bring Florida State back to .500 overall, while Boston College is hoping to end its lengthy losing streak and get back on track.

The details

Florida State has found its footing after a rough start to ACC play, winning 5 of its last 7 games. In their last outing, the Seminoles shot a blistering 78.3% from the field and outscored Virginia Tech 53-27 in the second half. Boston College, on the other hand, has lost 6 straight games and is struggling without leading scorer Donald Hand Jr., who is sidelined with a leg injury. The Eagles have kept most of their recent losses close, but were blown out 86-75 at home by Cal in their last game.

  • Florida State and Boston College both started ACC play with extended losing streaks.
  • Florida State has won 5 of its last 7 games since starting conference play 0-5.
  • Boston College briefly found success by winning 2 straight games after an 0-4 ACC start, but has now lost 6 in a row.

The players

Martin Somerville

A Florida State player who scored a season-high 23 points in the Seminoles' win over Virginia Tech, making all 7 of his second-half field goal attempts.

Donald Hand Jr.

Boston College's leading scorer who is sidelined with a leg injury, averaging 13.8 points and 5.0 rebounds per game.

Luke Loucks

The head coach of the Florida State Seminoles, who praised his team's defense as the key to their recent success.

Earl Grant

The head coach of the Boston College Eagles, who is unsure when Donald Hand Jr. will be able to return from his injury.

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What they’re saying

“The stats would say our guys had great offensive games. I would argue that their defense was better than their offense, especially in the second half.”

— Luke Loucks, Florida State Head Coach (macon.com)

“He wants to be back and he's passing all tests and all of his imaging is coming back with the best news he can get. But, until they tell us or tell him, 'Hey, you cleared and you can play,' we're going to continue to move forward without him.”

— Earl Grant, Boston College Head Coach (macon.com)

What’s next

A win for Florida State would bring them back to .500 overall, while a loss would keep Boston College's losing streak alive.

The takeaway

This game represents an important opportunity for both teams to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the ACC season. Florida State is looking to continue its recent resurgence, while Boston College is hoping to end its skid and get a much-needed win.