Earning a win and covering the posted point spread will be the goals for William & Mary when they take on the North Carolina State Wolfpack on Friday in college basketball betting odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The William & Mary Tribe opened as 10-point underdogs in this one at most sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total was set to open a bit later (check out Sportsbook for the latest situation).
William & Mary Tribe vs North Carolina State Wolfpack Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The North Carolina State Wolfpack bring a 22-14 record (18-15-1 ATS) to this tilt against the 20-13 Tribe, who are 17-12 ATS. Those OVER/UNDER betting have witnessed North Carolina State go 15-14 so far and the William & Mary Tribe go 13-11.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the North Carolina State Wolfpack rated this week at No. 63 and the William & Mary Tribe sitting at No. 153.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features North Carolina State's No. 72-ranked scoring average of 70.14 PPG, against a William & Mary Tribe defense rated No. 142 and allowing 66.91 PPG. The North Carolina State Wolfpack FG% has averaged 43.57% to date this season, less than the William & Mary Tribe shooters have managed so far (48.32% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Marcus Thornton scored 23 points in a futile effort to lead the Tribe to a win (they lost 70-67 to Tulsa at Reynolds Center on Tuesday).
Trevor Lacey scored 18 points in a futile effort to lead the Wolfpack to a win (they lost 75-65 to Louisville at Carrier Dome on Friday).
Next Betting Matchups
William & Mary at Liberty, Tuesday, November 17th
North Carolina State at South Alabama, Sunday, November 15th