Florida State University Secures Thrilling Comeback Victory
In a thrilling clash in Tallahassee on Tuesday night, Florida State University overcame a daunting deficit to secure an 80-72 victory over Boston College. Robert McCray V was instrumental in the comeback, contributing a total of 27 points, with 18 of those coming in a pivotal second half.
Game Highlights
The Seminoles found themselves trailing significantly, down by as many as 14 points, with Boston College leading 59-45 just 11 minutes before the final buzzer. However, Florida State demonstrated resilient determination, making 11 of their last 14 shot attempts effectively narrowing the gap.
A notable moment came with just over two minutes remaining when Lajae Jones seized an offensive rebound and converted, allowing Florida State to take the lead for the first time since the early stages of the game, 70-68.
Following that, Chauncey Wiggins hit a crucial 3-pointer, and McCray sealed the deal with a driving layup, extending their lead to 75-70 with only 50 seconds left on the clock.
Significant Turnaround
This impressive comeback marked Florida State’s most significant turnaround since a previous game in February 2025, when they overcame a 16-point deficit against Wake Forest. Alongside McCray, Wiggins added 11 points and Jones chipped in with 10, while Florida State’s season record improved to 13-13 (6-7 in ACC play).
Boston College’s Performance
On the opposing side, Boston College (9-17, 2-11 ACC) faced disappointment despite Fred Payne scoring 22 points. Luka Toews and Chase Forte each contributed 14 points, while Aidan Shaw added another 10. The Eagles entered the halftime break leading 42-32, bolstered by their strong long-range shooting where they went 8 for 12 from beyond the arc in the first half, ultimately finishing the game with a 3-point shooting record of 11 out of 24.
Looking Ahead
The teams now redirect their focus as Boston College prepares to continue its road trip at SMU on Saturday, while Florida State will face Clemson away from home on the same day.
