#11 NC State vs #14 Oakland Free Pick and Prediction – March 23
🏀 Dive into the madness with our exclusive NCAA 🏆 pick. #11 NC State vs #14 Oakland! Who will clinch the victory? 🤔💰
Game matchup:
March 23, 2024, 7:00 PM EST
Spread and Odds
| Team | Spread | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | +6 | 146.5 (-110) |
| NC State | -6 | 146.5 (-110) |
Overall Betting Records
| Team | Overall record | ATS record | Over/Under Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland | 24-11-0 | 22-13-0 | 21-14-0 |
| NC State | 23-14-0 | 18-18-1 | 22-14-1 |
Key Matchup Statistics
| Statistic | NC State | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 76.5 (74th) | 76.5 (71st) |
| Opponents Points Per Game | 72.5 (180th) | 73.0 (196th) |
| Possessions Per Game | 71 (153rd) | 68.6 (278th) |
| True Shooting % | 108.9 (158th) | 114.8 (38th) |
| Opponents True Shooting % | 107.7 (169th) | 110.8 (263rd) |
| Three Points Shooting % | 34.7 (138th) | 36 (61st) |
| Defensive Efficiency | 1.021 (161st) | 1.065 (270th) |
| Turnovers Per Game | 9.6 (15th) | 11.1 (115th) |
Statistical Analysis
NC State and Oakland are neck-and-neck in points per game, but the true offensive firepower lies with Oakland, courtesy of their superior true shooting percentage and three-point shooting ability. However, Oakland's defensive challenges might just be their Achilles' heel against NC State's offense. NC State's lower turnovers per game highlight their disciplined play, giving them a slight edge in ball control.
Betting Trends section:
Oakland's recent high-scoring games could indicate a trend towards the over, despite their defense's struggles. NC State's balanced offense and turnover discipline suggest the capability to exploit Oakland's defensive lapses, possibly contributing to a higher-scoring affair.
Betting advice:
Consider the points and Oakland's offensive capability; the spread might be tighter than expected. The Over also looks tempting, given both teams' recent scoring trends.
Game prediction:
The spread is tough, but my pick edges towards Oakland covering the +6, thanks to their offensive potential 🏀🔥. Also, betting on the Over 146.5 seems like a solid choice given the offensive trends of both teams.
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Summary section
- 🏀 Both teams boast impressive offensive stats, promising a high-scoring game.
- 🔒 NC State's slightly better defense and discipline might dictate the pace.
- 🎯 Picking Oakland to cover +6 and betting on the over seems enticing.
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