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Michigan State Basketball vs. North Carolina Tipoff: Matchup Analysis and a Prediction
Both undefeated teams hold strong non-conference records with Michigan State averaging 7.5 made 3-pointers and North Carolina allowing 7.8 per game, setting a competitive matchup.
- In a top‑20 neutral‑site matchup, the Fort Myers Tip‑Off hosts North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Michigan State Spartans at Suncoast Credit Union Arena, Fort Myers, Florida, tipping at 4:30 p.m. ET Thursday with both teams unbeaten.
- After neutral wins over Arkansas and Kentucky, Michigan State Spartans bring momentum, while North Carolina Tar Heels' unbeaten run includes a signature win over Kansas and an 85-70 victory over St. Bonaventure.
- Jaxon Kohler, Michigan State forward, averages 15.3 points and 9.5 rebounds, while North Carolina's defense allows just 35.7% on 2s, per KenPom.
- Oddsmakers opened the moneyline with North Carolina +105 and Michigan State-125, with UNC +1.5 and MSU-1.5 on the spread; an expert pick projects a narrow Michigan State 77-73 win, while the UNDER 151.5 is flagged as value.
- Historically, North Carolina holds a 13-5 edge in the series, and last season's 94-91 overtime game on Nov. 27 in Maui saw Michigan State make just four 3-pointers in 45 minutes.
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