Notre Dame Holds Off Boston College 68-64 Behind Shrewsberry's 22 Points

Notre Dame's Braeden Shrewsberry stole the show at Purcell Pavilion, scoring 22 points to lead the Fighting Irish to a 68-64 win over Boston College. The victory marked a strong performance by Notre Dame, who were predicted to win by 6.1 points by CHD Scout, and they delivered, albeit by a narrower margin of 4 points. Shrewsberry's impressive outing was complemented by Jalen Haralson's 17 points, as the duo formed a formidable scoring duo for the Fighting Irish.

The game got off to a blistering start for Boston College, who took a 35-24 lead into halftime. Fred Payne was instrumental in the Eagles' strong first half, scoring 12 of his 18 points in the opening period. However, Notre Dame regrouped and refocused, outscoring Boston College 44-29 in the second half to secure the win. The Fighting Irish's second-half surge was fueled by Shrewsberry's 14 points, which helped to erase the deficit and ultimately take the lead.

Payne's 18 points and 5 rebounds made him a standout performer for Boston College, and he was ably supported by Donald Hand Jr.'s 17 points and 6 rebounds. However, it was not enough to overcome the Fighting Irish's balanced attack, which saw three players score in double figures. Cole Certa chipped in with 9 points for Notre Dame, providing a valuable contribution off the bench.

The win is a significant one for Notre Dame, as it marks a Quadrant 3 victory for the Fighting Irish. This result will undoubtedly boost their resume, particularly given their current net ranking of 81. For Boston College, the loss is a Quadrant 2 defeat, which may have implications for their tournament chances. The Eagles, currently ranked 155 in the net rankings, must regroup and focus on their upcoming games to improve their postseason prospects.

Notre Dame's ability to adapt and overcome a strong first-half performance by Boston College is a reflection of their resilience and determination. The Fighting Irish's victory is a reflection of their strength and depth, and they want to build on this result as they navigate the remainder of their schedule. With the win, Notre Dame improves to 11-9 on the season, while Boston College falls to 9-11. The Fighting Irish want to continue their momentum and make a push for a strong tournament seeding, while the Eagles will aim to bounce back and revive their postseason hopes.