Match Analysis: North Carolina Tar Heels vs Duke Blue Devils – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 9, 2025
- Time: 12:30 AM UTC
- Location: Dean E. Smith Center, Chapel Hill, NC
Game Overview
The North Carolina Tar Heels host the Duke Blue Devils in a pivotal ACC matchup. Duke, currently leading the ACC, faces a strong North Carolina team that has been performing well lately.
Key Factors to Consider
- Duke is 26-3 and has been dominant in the ACC, while North Carolina is 19-11 and has shown resilience with recent wins. Duke's offense is ranked higher nationally, but North Carolina has been improving.
- Historically, the series is closely contested, with UNC having won six of the last nine games. However, Duke has been the stronger team this season.
- Duke's Tyrese Proctor is out with a knee injury, and Maliq Brown is questionable. North Carolina does not have significant injury concerns reported.
- The game is at North Carolina's home court, which could provide an advantage. However, Duke has been consistent on the road.
- Both teams are highly motivated, with Duke seeking to maintain its ACC lead and North Carolina looking to boost its tournament seeding.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | -535 (Duke), 400 (UNC) | Duke | β β β β β 75% |
Spread | -11.5 (Duke), 11.5 (UNC) | UNC +11.5 | β β β ββ 55% |
Over_under | Over 156.5, Under 156.5 | Over | β β β ββ 60% |
Predicted Outcome
Duke is likely to win due to its strong season performance and national rankings.
Predicted Score: Duke 82, UNC 75