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NC State Wolfpack Favored to Win ACC Matchup Against Notre Dame Fighting Irish

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish will face off against the NC State Wolfpack in an ACC matchup on Wednesday. Notre Dame is coming off a loss to North Carolina, while NC State fell to Wake Forest in their last game. NC State has the advantage with a previous road win against Notre Dame last season. The Wolfpack are currently the favorites to win, opening at -2. Stay tuned for the final prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Fighting Irish +120 | Wolfpack -144
• Spread: Fighting Irish +2 (-110) | Wolfpack -2 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 138.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that NC State will win straight-up is 59%.

Notre Dame vs NC State Stats

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are currently focused on securing their second ACC win of the season. After defeating Syracuse in their conference opener and suffering a road loss to Georgia Tech, the Fighting Irish came close to upsetting North Carolina in a recent game. Markus Burton returned from a knee injury and scored 23 points in the matchup against North Carolina, showcasing his average of 18.2 points per game this season. The team also relies on standout performances from Tae Davis and Braeden Shrewsberry, who have consistently contributed to the team's success. Despite a power ranking of 69 and a record of 7-7, Notre Dame has shown strengths in their offensive and defensive statistics, such as their field goal and free throw percentages. For those looking for assistance during the College Hoops season, considering choosing the top NCAAB Handicappers for support.

NC State Wolfpack Analysis

The NC State Wolfpack are looking to secure their second ACC win despite a recent shaky performance, with three losses in their past four games. Key players like Jayden Taylor, Marcus Hill, Ben Middlebrooks, and Dontrez Styles have shown varying levels of consistency in scoring. NC State has a strong home record of 8-1, including a victory over Florida State. They have struggled offensively, averaging 73 points per game and shooting 46.29% from the field. Defensively, they are holding opponents to 67.1 points on average. The Wolfpack have a power ranking of 163 and rank 226th in offense and 68th in defense. In their upcoming matchup against Notre Dame, NC State will need to improve their offensive efficiency and defensive performance to secure a win. Prior to betting, it is recommended to research the top Sportsbook Promos available.

NC State Wolfpack's Strong Defense Creates Challenges for Notre Dame Fighting Irish

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish have faced challenges when competing against teams from major conferences, including losses to Houston, Georgia, Georgia Tech, and most recently, North Carolina. In contrast, the NC State Wolfpack have shown strong performance at home with an 8-1 record, including a victory over rival Florida State. The Wolfpack also demonstrate superior defense compared to the Fighting Irish, allowing only 103.5 points per 100 possessions versus Notre Dame's 104.6. Furthermore, Notre Dame heavily relies on three-point shooting, a strength of the Wolfpack who effectively limit opponents to 30.3% shooting from beyond the arc. These factors suggest that Notre Dame may face challenges when matched against the defensive capabilities of NC State.

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