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On January 8, 2025, the NC State Wolfpack will take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in a highly anticipated men’s college basketball game at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. The matchup is set to tip off at 70 PM ET and will be broadcast live on ESPNU.

Both teams enter the game with similar records, as NC State holds an 8-6 overall record and a 1-2 mark in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), while Notre Dame stands at 7-7 and also 1-2 in the ACC. The Wolfpack are currently favored by 3.5 points, with a moneyline of -164, while the Fighting Irish have a moneyline of +136.

The projected point total for the game is set at 137.5, indicating a competitive contest is expected. Computer predictions suggest a close finish, with NC State projected to edge out Notre Dame with a final score of 72-71. This forecast hints at a thrilling game where both teams will likely battle hard for every point.

Statistically, NC State averages 73.0 points per game while allowing 67.1 points, showcasing a positive scoring differential of +83. The Wolfpack also average 30.3 rebounds and make 5.9 three-pointers per game at a 32.2% shooting rate. On the other hand, Notre Dame has an 8-6-0 record against the spread this season, while NC State is 5-9-0. Over their last ten games, NC State has struggled with a 3-7 record against the spread and a 4-6 overall performance, while Notre Dame has fared better at 6-4 against the spread but holds a 3-7 overall record.

As both teams look to improve their standings in the ACC, this matchup promises to deliver an exciting evening of college basketball.

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