Duke vs. NC State: March 4 College Basketball Picks - Odds, Score Prediction, and Time by a Trusted Model

 Duke, ranked 10th, aims to secure a victory in Raleigh, N.C., for the first time since 2021 as they face off against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in an ACC showdown on Monday. The Blue Devils (23-6, 14-4 ACC) have won their last two games but have struggled with a 3-6 record in their last nine encounters at North Carolina State. On the other hand, the Wolfpack (17-12, 9-9 ACC) have dropped their last two games and are yet to secure a win against ranked opponents this season. Duke boasts a 6-4 away record while North Carolina State holds a strong 12-4 record on their home court.

The game is set to tip-off at 7 p.m. ET at PNC Arena. Duke maintains an average of 80.3 points per game, slightly higher than NC State's average of 76. According to the SportsLine consensus, Duke is favored by 6.5 points with a projected total score of 149 points. Before finalizing any picks for NC State vs. Duke, consulting the college basketball predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model is recommended.

The SportsLine model, renowned for its accuracy, simulates every Division I college basketball game 10,000 times. As of Week 17 of the 2023-24 season, it boasts a 139-94 record on all top-rated college basketball picks since last season, yielding nearly $2,300 for $100 players. Additionally, it has started the season with a remarkable 25-14 record on top-rated spread picks.

Now, the model has analyzed the Duke vs. NC State matchup and revealed its picks and predictions. For more detailed insights, visit SportsLine. Here are some key odds and trends for the game:

• Duke vs. North Carolina State spread: Duke -6.5
• Duke vs. North Carolina State over/under: 149 points
• Duke vs. North Carolina State money line: Duke -276, NC State +224
• DUKE: The Blue Devils have covered the spread in 22 of their last 35 games (+8.80 units)
• NCS: The Wolfpack have exceeded the team total over in 19 of their last 32 games (+4.30 units)

As for player performances, Duke's freshman guard Jared McCain and sophomore forward Mark Mitchell have been instrumental to the team's success, while NC State relies on senior guard DJ Horne and junior guard Jayden Taylor for their offensive prowess.