Duke vs NC State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 02 Mar 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Duke vs NC State
The Duke Blue Devils go up against the NC State Wolfpack, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Monday, March 2.
It’s great to see Duke with a -9.5 line on the spread at odds of -115 as we’re expecting a bigger margin of victory against NC State.
Duke Blue Devils previous game saw them claim a 77-51 home win over Virginia Cavaliers.
NC State Wolfpack were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 96-90 (OT) reverse against Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Duke won the last matchup between the pair. Enjoying a 74-64 triumph when facing NC State. The past 10 H2H games have seen Duke land six wins.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Duke
|
32-2 | 2798 | 2147 | 651 | 21-0 | 11-2 | 11W |
NC State
|
20-13 | 2762 | 2525 | 237 | 13-7 | 7-6 | 1L |
Duke vs NC State Prediction & Picks
Our Duke vs NC State betting guide delivers expert insight, including a main match pick, scoreline advice, standout player props and bet builder recommendations. Dive into each section below for more.
Game Prediction
Our best pick is to snap up the -115 that Duke are able to cover the spread. They are -9.5 for this college contest and the margin of victory for the favorites could be a good deal more significant.
Team news plays a key role in our basketball forecasts and we’re always tracking players with injury concerns. We also stay on top of the college hoops form guide, supported by detailed stats that help paint a clearer picture of what to expect.
Key Duke vs NC State stats:
Duke -9.5 Probability
According to the best sportsbooks, there’s a 53.5% likelihood of our pick landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
If you want to secure a bigger potential payout on your wager, there’s the possibility to move the line. Take a look at the various prices and see which spread you think will be covered.
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Player Prop Picks
Isaiah Evans (Duke) can be wagered to record Under 15.5 points at -110. It’s anticipated that his Player Points are going to fall below the total, with this bet offering plenty of appeal.
Latest Isaiah Evans Player Prop Odds
Cameron Boozer (Duke) can be wagered to finish with Over 10.5 rebounds at -100. We’re going to take him on the Overs for Player Rebounds, with this total making lots of appeal.
Latest Cameron Boozer Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Duke to cover the -9.5 spread combined with Under 147.5. Add in Isaiah Evans (Duke) to score Under 15.5 points.
A basketball same game parlay is an awesome way of cheering on different selections within the same game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single wager. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
78
-
65
NC State
We’re going for Duke to claim a 78-65 victory and the good news is that there are massive betting odds for this outcome. A small stake can return a potentially large amount.
Duke vs NC State Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
At betting odds of -500 with the sportsbooks, Duke are regarded as 83% likely to win this college game. NC State are the underdogs at +365 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
9.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 150.5 right now. The advantage of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you’re going for Under 150.5, this outcome can be backed at -105.
Consider every angle when placing your college basketball bets. The top betting apps offer a nice selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the contest.
Cameron Boozer is the market leader to rack up the most points. You can back +132 that he gets Over 24.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -172.
Among the various options for wagering on college basketball, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer.
- NCAAB: 28/01 2025 NC State 64 Duke 74
- NCAAB: 31/03 2024 NC State 76 Duke 64
- NCAAB: 15/03 2024 NC State 74 Duke 69
- NCAAB: 05/03 2024 Duke 79 NC State 64
- NCAAB: 01/03 2023 NC State 67 Duke 71
- NCAAB: 05/01 2023 Duke 60 NC State 84
- NCAAB: 15/01 2022 NC State 73 Duke 88
- NCAAB: 13/02 2021 Duke 69 NC State 53
- NCAAB: 03/03 2020 NC State 69 Duke 88
- NCAAB: 20/02 2020 Duke 66 NC State 88
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Duke Stats
NC State Stats
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- -9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
- +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 134.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 143.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 148.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
- Over 148.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.30 pts and allowed 57.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 78.30 pts and allowed 64.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 163.00 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 149.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 148.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
- Over 148.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 81.70 pts and allowed 81.30 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 79.30 pts and allowed 69.80 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Atlantic Coast | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Duke
|
32-2 | 2798 | 2147 | 651 | 21-0 | 11-2 | 11W |
Virginia
|
29-5 | 2742 | 2326 | 416 | 19-1 | 10-4 | 1L |
Miami
|
25-8 | 2704 | 2349 | 355 | 16-4 | 9-4 | 1L |
North Carolina
|
24-8 | 2553 | 2282 | 271 | 19-1 | 5-7 | 2L |
Clemson
|
24-10 | 2521 | 2269 | 252 | 16-3 | 8-7 | 1L |
Louisville
|
23-10 | 2797 | 2382 | 415 | 16-2 | 7-8 | 1L |
California
|
21-11 | 2492 | 2344 | 148 | 17-4 | 4-7 | 2L |
Stanford
|
20-12 | 2431 | 2326 | 105 | 12-7 | 8-5 | 1L |
|
NC State
|
20-13 | 2762 | 2525 | 237 | 13-7 | 7-6 | 1L |
SMU
|
20-13 | 2779 | 2561 | 218 | 17-3 | 3-10 | 1L |
Virginia Tech
|
19-13 | 2521 | 2396 | 125 | 15-4 | 4-9 | 2L |
Florida State
|
18-15 | 2652 | 2572 | 80 | 12-8 | 6-7 | 1L |
Wake Forest
|
17-16 | 2602 | 2543 | 59 | 12-6 | 5-10 | 1L |
Syracuse
|
15-17 | 2400 | 2376 | 24 | 12-6 | 3-11 | 6L |
Notre Dame
|
13-18 | 2308 | 2335 | -27 | 11-7 | 2-11 | 2L |
Pittsburgh
|
13-20 | 2327 | 2370 | -43 | 8-10 | 5-10 | 1L |
Boston College
|
11-20 | 2090 | 2191 | -101 | 10-10 | 1-10 | 1W |
Georgia Tech
|
11-20 | 2287 | 2400 | -113 | 10-10 | 1-10 | 12L |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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