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Virginia Tech Hokies vs North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: February 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET

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

Article updated Feb 17, 6:23 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming SEC matchup, the Virginia Tech Hokies will face off against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Hokies are coming off a recent home victory against Florida

Game outlook

In an upcoming SEC matchup, the Virginia Tech Hokies will face off against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Hokies are coming off a recent home victory against Florida State, while the Tar Heels suffered a road loss to Syracuse. Last season, Virginia Tech emerged victorious with an 80-72 win in their only meeting. North Carolina is currently favored by 10 points, after opening as the -11 favorite.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hokies +412 | Tar Heels -575

Spread: Hokies +10 (-110) | Tar Heels -10 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 154 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that North Carolina will win straight-up is 85%.

Virginia Tech Hokies

The Virginia Tech Hokies have had a mixed season, struggling with consistency in their performances. Despite recent losses, they regained momentum with a home win against Florida State. Key players like Sean Pedulla and Hunter Cattoor have been delivering strong performances, with Pedulla reaching 20 points five times this season. The team has struggled on the road, with only one win away from home. In terms of statistics, the Hokies have shown strength in free throw shooting and three-pointers but have weaknesses in rebounding and defending against field goals. Overall, Virginia Tech is ranked 176th in power rankings and will need to improve their road record to secure a better standing in the ACC. T for Three👌 @tnick_5 pic.twitter.com/oeQQXGYEdu

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North Carolina Tar Heels Analysis

The North Carolina Tar Heels are aiming for their 11th ACC win despite recent shaky performances, with a 2-3 record in their last five games. They suffered defeats against Georgia Tech and Clemson but managed a narrow win against Miami and an unfortunate loss to Syracuse. RJ Davis and Armando Bacot have been standouts, with Davis averaging 21.4 PPG and Bacot scoring at least 50% in five consecutive games. The team is ranked 10th in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and #3 in the AP Top 25 rankings, although they are likely to drop after the recent loss. North Carolina boasts a strong offense, averaging 82.32 points per game but is ranked lower on defense, allowing an average of 71.04 points. Additionally, they boast impressive shooting percentages and rebounding statistics. Despite their recent struggles, the Tar Heels remain a formidable force in the ACC. Feed that man 🗣️ 📺 ESPN pic.twitter.com/dzQgmLdCd1

Virginia Tech Hokies Head into Competitive Matchup Against Struggling North Carolina

The Virginia Tech Hokies are coming off a strong home win against Florida State, instilling confidence in their ability to compete at a high level. Conversely, North Carolina has faced some challenges in their recent performances, with a 3-2 record in their last five games, including losses to Clemson and Syracuse. Virginia Tech's offensive capabilities are notable, averaging 114.2 points per 100 possessions compared to UNC's 117.8. Additionally, Virginia Tech exhibits a higher field goal efficiency than North Carolina. Recent trends show that North Carolina has struggled to cover the spread, with each of their last three wins being by single digits. These factors suggest a competitive matchup between Virginia Tech and North Carolina.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Virginia Tech Hokies+500 → +473Moved
  • Moneyline · North Carolina Tar Heels-733 → -630Moved
  • Spread · Virginia Tech Hokies+11 (-110) → +11 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · North Carolina Tar Heels-11 (-110) → -11 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over153.5 (-110) → 151.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under153.5 (-110) → 151.25 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Virginia Tech Hokies
19-13 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-3-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
North Carolina Tar Heels
24-8 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-17T11:23:05.391Z). 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

North Carolina Tar Heels defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 96-81

North Carolina Tar Heels defeated Virginia Tech Hokies 96-81 on February 17, 2024, a 15-point decision in the series. North Carolina Tar Heels' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 50-39. Against SportsJaw's recorded Virginia Tech Hokies +11 (-110) spread, North Carolina Tar Heels covered, while the 177 combined points finished over the recorded total of 151.25.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • Sarah_MillerSpread · North Carolina Tar Heels -10 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · North Carolina Tar Heels -10 (-110)Win