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Game time: January 18, 2025 at 2:15 PM ET

Venue: Dean E. Smith Center — Chapel Hill, NC

Article updated Jan 18, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming ACC showdown, the Stanford Cardinal are set to face off against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Cardinal, coming off a road loss to Wake Forest, will be

Game outlook

In an upcoming ACC showdown, the Stanford Cardinal are set to face off against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Cardinal, coming off a road loss to Wake Forest, will be looking to bounce back while the Tar Heels are riding high after a dominating home win against California. Despite being the underdog with North Carolina favored at -11, Stanford will look to stay competitive in this matchup. With no recent meetings between these teams, it will be an interesting game to watch. Don't miss out on the Stanford vs. North Carolina prediction and the best NCAAB Picks to help you make the most of this matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cardinal +489 | Tar Heels -700

Spread: Cardinal +11.5 (-110) | Tar Heels -11.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 155 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that North Carolina will win straight-up is 88%.

Stanford Cardinal

Stanford Cardinal are aiming to improve their record in ACC play as they work towards climbing above the .500 mark. The team has shown promise in their inaugural season in the ACC, with a 3-3 record including notable wins against Virginia Tech and Virginia, as well as a tough loss to Clemson. Senior forward Maxime Reynaud has been a standout player, averaging 20.5 PPG, while Jaylen Blakes and Oziyah Sellers have also made solid contributions. The team is currently ranked 91st in DI and has a power ranking of 144, with their offense averaging 77.13 points per game and defense allowing 70.69 points. Stanford's statistics in field goal percentage, free throw percentage, three-point percentage, rebounds, and assists are also highlighted. Their defensive performance in terms of field goal and free throw percentage are areas for improvement. For assistance during the NCAAB season, considering utilizing the services of their top NCAAB Handicappers.

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North Carolina Tar Heels Analysis

The North Carolina Tar Heels are currently seeking their sixth conference win and are battling atop the conference standings with a 5-1 record in ACC play. Despite a road loss against Louisville earlier this month, the team has responded with four consecutive wins, including a dominating home win against California. RJ Davis and Ian Jackson have been big scorers for the team, with Davis averaging 17.2 PPG and Jackson averaging 15.7 PPG. However, Seth Trimble and Elliot Cadeau have been struggling recently with their shooting percentages. The Tar Heels rank 28th in the country in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and have dropped just one home game on the year. On offense, the team is averaging 82.9 points per game while conceding an average of 76.1 points. Overall, the Tar Heels have a power ranking of 175 and are ranked 28th for offense and 315th for defense. Check out some of the greatest betting opportunities and Sportsbook Promotions for upcoming games.

Stanford Cardinal Dominates as North Carolina Tar Heels Struggle

The Stanford Cardinal is a strong team that has demonstrated their capabilities by winning two out of their last three games, defeating Virginia Tech by 11 points and Virginia by 23 points. In comparison, the North Carolina Tar Heels have not performed consistently well in their recent games, only covering in two out of their last six matches. Stanford's offensive prowess is evident in their scoring average of 114.5 points per 100 possessions, slightly below North Carolina's 116.5 points per 100 possessions. The Tar Heels have shown vulnerabilities in their defense, conceding 90 points against Florida and 83 points against Louisville. With Stanford's strategy to attempt an average of 25 three-pointers per game and North Carolina's ranking of 130th in three-point defense in Division I, Stanford has the potential to compete effectively in the upcoming match.

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SportsJaw Cardinal vs Tar Heels archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Cardinal vs Tar Heels matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Stanford Cardinal+470 → +560Moved
  • Moneyline · North Carolina Tar Heels-670 → -805Moved
  • Spread · Stanford Cardinal+11 (-110) → +12 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · North Carolina Tar Heels-11 (-110) → -12 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over155 (-110) → 153.75 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under155 (-110) → 153.75 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Stanford Cardinal
20-13 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
North Carolina Tar Heels
24-8 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T06:15:20.310Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Stanford Cardinal defeated North Carolina Tar Heels 72-71

Stanford Cardinal defeated North Carolina Tar Heels 72-71 on January 18, 2025, a 1-point decision in the series. Stanford Cardinal's strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 37-35. Against SportsJaw's recorded Stanford Cardinal +12 (-110) spread, Stanford Cardinal covered, while the 143 combined points finished under the recorded total of 153.75.

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