The Notre Dame Fighting Irish (7-6, 1-1 ACC) are 4.5-point underdogs as they attempt to extend a three-game home winning streak when they take on the North Carolina Tar Heels (8-6, 1-1 ACC) on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Purcell Pavilion. The matchup airs at 12:00 PM ET on CBS. The matchup has an over/under of 155.5 points.
Check out all the Latest NCAA Basketball Betting Previews!
North Carolina Cover -4.5 vs Notre Dame -110
North Carolina vs. Notre Dame betting lines
- North Carolina moneyline odds to win: -186
- Notre Dame moneyline odds to win: +155
- Spread: North Carolina (-4.5)
- Total: 155.5
North Carolina statistics, trends and more
As the away team
- Against the spread last year, North Carolina fared worse at home, covering eight times in 15 home games, and seven times in 10 road games.
- The Tar Heels hit the over on the over/under in eight of 15 home games (53.3%) last year, compared to two of 10 road games (20%).
- At home last season, North Carolina won more consistently as a moneyline favorite, put up a record of 13-1 (.929). When playing on the road, it was 6-2 (.750) as a moneyline favorite.
Last season stats
- Last season, the Tar Heels were 19th-best in the nation offensively (81.9 points scored per game) and ranked 125th defensively (70.5 points allowed).
- Last season, North Carolina was sixth-best in college basketball in rebounds (38.1 per game) and 77th in rebounds conceded (29.9).
- The Tar Heels were 93rd in the country in assists (14.5 per game) last season.
North Carolina betting records this season
- ATS Record: 5-9-0 (Home: 2-4-0; Away: 2-1-0)
- ATS Record When Favored by 4.5+: 3-5-0 (As Favorite: 3-6-0; As Underdog: 2-3-0)
- O-U-P: 9-5-0 (Home: 3-3-0; Away: 2-1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 7-2 (Home: 5-1; Away: 1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 1-4 (Home: 0-0; Away: 0-2)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47.1 (93rd in nation) | 43.0 (183rd) | 35.5 (62nd) | 33.9 (310th) | 14.1 (179th) | 10.8 (111th) |
Need to know more about sports betting before you put down a wager on North Carolina vs. Notre Dame? Here’s everything you need to know about how to bet.
Notre Dame statistics, trends and more
As the home team
- Notre Dame’s winning percentage against the spread at home was .471 (8-9-0) last year. Away, it was .667 (8-4-0).
- Fighting Irish games finished above the over/under less frequently at home (six times out of 17) than on the road (five of 12) last season.
- Last season the Fighting Irish were 4-5 at home as moneyline underdogs (.444 winning percentage). Away they were 2-10 (.167).
Last season stats
- The Fighting Irish struggled to generate points last year, ranking eighth-worst in college basketball with 64.0 points per game. They did better defensively, ranking 50th by allowing 67.2 points per contest.
- With 33.0 rebounds per game, Notre Dame ranked 125th in college basketball. It gave up 31.6 rebounds per contest, which ranked 182nd in college basketball.
- When it comes to assists, the Fighting Irish delivered just 10.2 dimes per contest (ninth-worst in college basketball).
Notre Dame betting records this season
- ATS Record: 6-6-1 (Home: 3-4-0; Away: 1-2-0)
- ATS Record When Underdog by 4.5+: 2-1-0 (As Favorite: 4-4-0; As Underdog: 2-2-1)
- O-U-P: 8-5-0 (Home: 4-3-0; Away: 2-1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 7-1 (Home: 6-1; Away: 1-0)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 0-5 (Home: 0-0; Away: 0-2)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47.2 (89th in nation) | 42.7 (166th) | 33.6 (156th) | 29.2 (85th) | 13.2 (244th) | 9.8 (43rd) |
BetDecider Team
The BetDecider team brings you the most current sports betting content, with expert insights and tips. Our aim is that you can make an informed betting decision, including best odds and exclusive sportsbook offers, to maximize your betting experience.
