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North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest prediction: Why North Carolina State is favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get North Carolina State vs Wake Forest predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Wake Forest and North Carolina State are scheduled to meet in men's college basketball action at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, starting 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. Wake Forest 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. Wake Forest prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between North Carolina State and Wake Forest 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives North Carolina State a 69% chance of beating Wake Forest. Our predicted final score has North Carolina State winning 78-72.
According to our model, North Carolina State (-4.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 155.5 points has a 54% chance of staying under.
North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest 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 | Wake Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -4.5 (-115) | +4.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -220 | +195 |
| Total | o155.5 (-115) | u155.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | North Carolina State -4.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | North Carolina State | -220 |
| Total | Under 155.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 155.5 total points.
North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball matchup between Wake Forest and North Carolina State at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM ET.
- Who: North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM ET/9:00AM PT
- Venue: Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Conclusion
We predict North Carolina State, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat Wake Forest on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate North Carolina State vs. Wake Forest 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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