NCAAB · Mon, Feb 9 · 7:00 PM

NC State Wolfpack at Louisville Cardinals

Gary's pick

NC State +6.5-118

CONF 65%

Result

LLostFinal 77-118

The read

NC State's elite offense (top 20 AdjOE) meets Louisville's weak defense (sub-90 AdjDE). NC State's exceptional ball security (low turnover rate) will allow them to maximize possessions against a Louisville team that struggles to force turnovers. This efficiency mismatch, compounded by NC State's road experience, favors a cover.

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