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The Vanderbilt Commodores will face the NC State Wolfpack in Chicago, Illinois on Saturday, December 17th. The Commodores enter with a 5-5 record, while the Wolfpack are 9-3.
Vanderbilt vs. NC State Match Details
Fixture: Vanderbilt Commodores at NC State Wolfpack
Date and Time: Saturday, December 17th, 10:30 p.m. EST
Venue: United Center, Chicago, Illinois
Vanderbilt vs. NC State Betting Odds and Spread
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Vanderbilt vs. NC State Key Stats
The 5-5 Commodores have struggled offensively, as they rank 287th out of the 363 teams in the nation in scoring, averaging 67.9 points per game. Their defense has been a middle-of-the-pack unit, ranking 130th in scoring defense, allowing 67.0 points per game. The Commodores' offensive rating, 99.3, ranks 271st, while their defensive rating, 98.0, ranks 177th.
The Commodores are coached by two-time NBA All-Star Jerry Stackhouse, who is in his fourth year leading the program. They have one top-100 recruit, however, they do have four players averaging at least 10.0 points per game this season.
The 9-3 NC State Wolfpack have been one of the best offenses in the nation this season. The Wolfpack currently rank 28th in scoring, averaging 81.9 points per game. NC State has been a middle-of-the-pack team defensively, however, ranking 170th in scoring defense as they allow 68.0 points per game. Their offensive rating, 112.6, ranks 44th in the nation, while their defensive rating, 93.5, ranks 87th in the nation.
The Wolfpack are led by head coach Kevin Keatts, who is in his sixth year coaching the program after spending the previous three years leading the UNC Wilmington Seahawks. Their roster has four top-100 recruits and is led by sophomore guard Terquavion Smith and junior guard Jarkel Joiner, who are averaging 18.3 and 17.0 points per game, respectively.
Vanderbilt vs. NC State Betting Prediction
The Commodores have struggled to find an identity this season as they have been inconsistent throughout their first 10 games. Meanwhile, the NC State Wolfpack have established an identity to score at will. While the game will be played at a neutral site, it should not make a difference as the Commodores, who struggle to score the ball, will find it difficult to keep up with the Wolfpack. Look for NC State to win by at least six points.
Pick: NC State Wolfpack -5.5 (-110)
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