Michigan State Spartans vs North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Odds, AI Picks and Analysis
In the highly anticipated 2024 March Madness, the Michigan State vs North Carolina matchup is set to be a pivotal battle on the court. As the Michigan State vs North Carolina odds come into focus, this contest promises to be a highlight of the tournament, showcasing the strategic depth and competitive spirit of both teams.
Michigan State heads into this contest with a 20-14 record, including a NCAAB standings of 11-12 mark in Big Ten play. On the road, the Spartans have gone just 4-9, compared to their 16-6 record at home. They come into this one as 3.5-point underdogs.
Over their last 10 games on the road, Michigan State has gone 4-6, and they are 2-3 in their last five road contests. In their most recent game, they defeated Mississippi State by a NCAAB score of 69-51.
Michigan State has an overall ATS record of 21-14 this season and they are 8-5 against the spread on the road. As the underdog, the Spartans have gone 6-3 vs. the spread this year and they are 4-1 in their last 5 games as the underdog. In their last 3 road games, Michigan State has an ATS mark of 2-1.
Through 34 games, the over/under record for Michigan State games is 14-21 and today’s line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games this season (141.5). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 130 points and their OU record during this stretch is 1-2. On the year, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today’s OU line.
Tar Heels’ Home Dominance
North Carolina has been dominant at home this season, going 20-3 with an average scoring margin of +15.5 points per game. Over their last 10 games at home, the Tar Heels have gone 8-2.
Overall, North Carolina is 28-7 this season, and they have been favored in 33 of their 35 games. As the favorite, they have gone 27-6.
North Carolina has an ATS record of 20-16 this season, going 12-11 vs. the spread at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Tar Heels are 5-5 vs. the spread.
This season, the over/under record for North Carolina games is 18-18, and today’s over/under line of 140.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (151.8). Over their last three games, their games have averaged 149 points compared to their season average of 151.3 points per game. So far this season, 28 of their games have finished with more points than today’s over/under line.
Game Information
| Michigan State Spartans vs North Carolina Tar Heels |
| Location of the Game: Spectrum Center, Charlotte |
| Date and Time: Saturday, March 23rd 12:00 ET |
| Reason: 2024 March Madness Second Round |
| How to watch: CBS |
Michigan State vs North Carolina Odds
There are the NCAAB Odds for this matchup of today’s NCAAB Schedule:
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NCAAB Computer Picks for this NCAAB Matchup:
| TEAM | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| Spartans | 68 | 144 | Spread NCAR -3.5 |
ML NCAR -177 |
Total OVER 140.5 |
| Tar Heels | 76 | ||||
- AI Picks: North Carolina Tar Heels 76 – Michigan State Spartans 68
- Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Tar Heels -3.5 | ML Tar Heels -177 | OVER 140.5
Michigan State Spartans Game Analysis
The Michigan State offense is coming off a game where they scored 69 points against Mississippi State. They posted a field goal percentage of 50% and connected on 10 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Tyson Walker who comes into today’s matchup averaging 18.2. Malik Hall also heads into the game with a PPG average of 12.6 according to the NCAAB player stats.
So far, the Spartans’ defense is ranked 24th in the country at 65.5 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 7.4 threes per game vs. North Carolina. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.9%.
North Carolina Tar Heels Game Analysis
In their latest game, North Carolina offense put up 90 points against Wagner. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 55% and made 9 threes. In terms of offense, the Tar Heels have a season-long field goal percentage of 45%, putting them 180th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 116th in percentage and 129th in three-pointers made.
At this time, the Tar Heels’ defense is positioned 113rd in the country, permitting 69.9 points per game in the NCAAB team stats. The North Carolina defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 62 points and allowed Wagner to connect on 9 threes.
Injury Report
For this matchup, this players will not be able to play, according to NCAAB Injury Report:
- Michigan State Spartans: Jeremy Fears Jr. – Leg – Out | Gehrig Normand – Foot – Out
- North Carolina Tar Heels: No Injuries Reported
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