Florida State completes double-digit comeback over Boston College

Seminoles rally from 14-point second-half deficit to win 80-72

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Robert McCray V scored 27 points, including 18 in the second half, to help Florida State rally from a double-digit deficit and defeat Boston College 80-72 on Tuesday night. The Seminoles trailed by as many as 14 points in the second half but ended the game on a 10-2 run to secure the victory.

Why it matters

The win helps Florida State get back to .500 on the season and keeps them in the hunt for a potential postseason berth, while Boston College's losing streak extends to seven games as their struggles continue.

The details

Florida State overcame a slow start, trailing 21-8 early, by gradually chipping away at the deficit. The Seminoles shot just 30% in the first half but made a season-high 27 free throws to stay within striking distance. In the second half, McCray took over, scoring 18 of his 27 points to lead the comeback. Florida State tied the game at 68-68 with 3:49 left and then closed the game on a 10-2 run to secure the victory.

  • Florida State trailed by as many as 14 points in the second half.
  • The Seminoles tied the game at 68-68 with 3:49 remaining.
  • Florida State ended the game on a 10-2 run over the final 1:49.

The players

Robert McCray V

A Florida State player who scored a game-high 27 points, including 18 in the second half, to lead the Seminoles' comeback.

Fred Payne

A Boston College player who scored a team-high 22 points, including four 3-pointers, in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This comeback win shows the resilience of the Florida State team as they continue to fight their way back to .500 on the season. Meanwhile, Boston College's struggles continue as they have now lost seven straight games, highlighting the need for the team to find a way to turn things around.