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North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh prediction: Why North Carolina State is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/24/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get North Carolina State vs Pittsburgh predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Pittsburgh will square off with the favored North Carolina State in men's college basketball action at Petersen Events Center on Saturday, beginning at 12:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts North Carolina State as the most likely winner of the North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between North Carolina State and Pittsburgh 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives North Carolina State a 70% chance of defeating Pittsburgh. Our predicted final score has North Carolina State winning 74-69.
According to our model, Pittsburgh (+6.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 144.5 points has a 54% chance of staying under.
North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | North Carolina State | Pittsburgh |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -6.5 (-105) | +6.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -275 | +255 |
| Total | o144.5 (-110) | u144.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Pittsburgh +6.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Pittsburgh | +255 |
| Total | Under 144.5 | -110 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Pittsburgh +6.5 at the spread.
North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball matchup between Pittsburgh and North Carolina State at Petersen Events Center is scheduled to start at 12:00 PM ET.
- Who: North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh
- Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM ET/9:00AM PT
- Venue: Petersen Events Center
Conclusion
We predict North Carolina State, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat Pittsburgh on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate North Carolina State vs. Pittsburgh insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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