Miami vs. NC State Prediction & Odds
Number sixteen Miami travels to Raleigh to face unranked NC State at 12:00 PM ET Saturday afternoon on the ACC Network. Can the Wolfpack cover the 3.5-point spread as home favorites?
Miami is 14-2 on the year with their best wins coming over Providence and Virginia. Their only losses came against Maryland and Georgia Tech. The Hurricanes are 9-7 against the spread this season.
North Carolina State is 13-4 this season with their best wins coming over Duke and Virginia Tech. Their worst losses came against Pittsburgh and Clemson. The Wolfpack are 8-7-2 against the spread this year.
Game Matchup and Betting Odds
603 Miami Hurricanes (+3.5) vs. 604 North Carolina State Wolfpack (-3.5); O/U 151
12:00 PM ET, Saturday, January 14, 2023
PNC Arena, Raleigh, NC
Miami vs. North Carolina State Public Betting Information
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that the public favors the Wolfpack in this contest. Our public betting data illustrates that 56% of public bets are on NC State -3.5. Do note that these numbers are subject to change and could be different once tipoff rolls around, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Miami Game Notes
Miami’s leading scorer is junior guard Isaiah Wong. The 6’4” New Jersey product is contributing in multiple statistical categories for the Hurricanes this season. Wong is posting 16.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.8 steals per game for Miami on the campaign.
The Hurricanes’ leading rebounder is 6’7” sophomore forward Norchad Omier. The former Arkansas State player is grabbing 9.7 rebounds per game while also pouring in 13.9 points per contest. Norchad Omier is shooting a stellar 61.4% from the field this season as well. Miami will likely need significant contributions from both Isaiah Wong and Norchad Omier to win or cover this contest on Saturday.
NC State Game Notes
North Carolina State senior guard Jack Clark has missed the past two contests with hip and groin injuries, and it’s not known if he’ll be available for Saturday’s clash with Miami. Clark is fifth on the team in scoring with 9.1 points per game and leads the team in rebounding with 7.3 per game.
NC State’s leading scorer is sophomore guard Terquavion Smith. Smith leads the Wolfpack in scoring with 18.6 points per game, assists with 4.8 per game, and steals with 1.9 per game. What’s more, Smith also leads the club in three-point makes and total field goals this season. NC State will need a star performance from Terquavion Smith to topple a 14-2 Miami squad this Saturday.
Miami vs. NC State CBB Betting Trends
Miami is 23-7 ATS in their last 30 road games.
Miami is 11-4-1 ATS in their last 16 games against a team with a winning straight-up record.
NC State is 16-34-2 ATS in their last 52 games overall.
NC State is 10-27-3 ATS in their last 40 home games.
Miami vs. NC State CBB Prediction:
Miami has been solid against good teams over the past few years. The Hurricanes are 18-7-1 ATS in their last 26 games against a team with a winning percentage over .600. What’s more, the Hurricanes are 11-4 ATS in their last 15 road games against a team with a home winning percentage over .600. Furthermore, Miami has already played NC State this year, and the Hurricanes won that game 80-73 in Coral Gables on December 10th. I think Miami duplicates that performance and either wins this contest outright or keeps it close enough to cover the small number on the road.
CBB BETTING PREDICTION: MIAMI HURRICANES +3.5
