Match Analysis: NC State Wolfpack vs UAB Blazers – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-08
- Time: 2:00 AM UTC
- Location: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, North Carolina
Game Overview
NC State Wolfpack host the UAB Blazers in an NCAA basketball early season clash. NC State is a heavy favorite with strong defensive stats, while UAB boasts a high-powered offense but weaker defense. Both teams are coming off large-margin wins in their season openers.
Key Factors to Consider
- NC State averages around 69.6 PPG scoring and concedes about 70.4 PPG, showing a balanced but modest offense and solid defense. UAB averages 82.2 PPG but concedes 76.3 PPG, ranking top-25 offense but near bottom in defense.
- Recent head-to-head data is limited, but both teams won their previous season openers by wide margins, indicating strong form.
- No reported injuries for either team ahead of this matchup.
- Game is played at NC Stateβs home arena, Lenovo Center, which should give the Wolfpack a home-court advantage. Both teams are motivated to establish momentum early in the season.
- NC State aims to assert dominance in their home opener and leverage defensive strengths. UAB looks to prove their offensive firepower on the road despite defensive vulnerabilities.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | NC State: -3000, UAB: 1200 | NC State Wolfpack | β β β β β 85% |
| Spread | NC State -17.5: -110, UAB +17.5: -110 | NC State -17.5 | β β β β β 75% |
| Over/under | Over 163.5: -110, Under 163.5: -110 | Over 163.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | NC State Wolfpack -9% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 163.5 24% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 163.5 at 24% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 26.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
NC State to win on the moneyline, cover the spread, and the total points to go over 163.5
Predicted Score: NC State 88 – UAB 82