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Syracuse vs North Carolina Prediction 2/2/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks
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| MATCHUP | Syracuse Orange | North Carolina Tar Heels |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 13-9 | 17-4 |
| Spread | +11.5 -105 | -11.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | +470 | -650 |
| Total | Over 156.5 (-112) | Under 156.5 (-108) |
| Where | Dean E. Smith Center, Chapel Hill, NC | |
| When | Monday, February 2, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN | |
In this article we will formulate a Syracuse vs North Carolina prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 2nd at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Syracuse Orange Betting Preview
The Syracuse Orange are 13-9 (4-5) this season after they defeated Notre Dame by a score of 86-72 in their last game. Syracuse led 40-31 at halftime and they scored 46 points in the second half to seal the win. The Orange shot 57% from the field, 40% on three pointers, and 57% on free throws in the game. Nate Kingz led Syracuse with 28 points and three assists, while JJ Starling added 21 points and five assists in the win.
Prior to that game, Syracuse lost to NC State by a score of 88-68 and Miami by a score of 85-76. The Orange have scored 75.8 points per game with 35.2 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 70.0 points against per game this season. Donnie Freeman is averaging 18.2 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, while JJ Starling is averaging 12.0 points and 2.5 assists per game for the Orange. Syracuse is shooting 47.1% from the field, 63.1% on free throws, and 33.7% on three pointers this season.
North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Preview
The North Carolina Tar Heels are 17-4 (5-3) this year after they defeated Georgia Tech by a score of 91-75 in their last game. North Carolina led 52-37 at halftime and they added 39 points in the second half in the lopsided win. The Tar Heels shot 46% from the field, 26% on three pointers, and 92% on free throws in the game. Caleb Wilson led UNC with 22 points and six rebounds, while Henri Veesaar added 20 points and 12 rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, North Carolina defeated Virginia by a score of 85-80 and Notre Dame by a score of 91-69. The Tar Heels have scored 83.0 points per game with 40.0 rebounds and 17.2 assists per game, while they have allowed 70.3 points against per game this season. Caleb Wilson is averaging 20.0 points and 9.9 rebounds per game, while Henri Veesaar is averaging 16.8 points and 9.0 rebounds per game for the Tar Heels. North Carolina is shooting 48.1% from the field, 68.1% on free throws, and 34.1% on three pointers this year.
Why the North Carolina Tar Heels will win
- North Carolina has won each of its last 17 night games at Dean E. Smith Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Syracuse has lost four of its last five games.
- Syracuse has lost the first half in three of its last four games against AP-ranked opponents at Dean E. Smith Center.
Total Points Facts
- Each of North Carolina’s last seven games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 160+ points.
- Forty-five of Syracuse’s last 52 night games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 157 or fewer points.
Syracuse vs North Carolina Prediction
North Carolina comes into this matchup on a three game winning streak and they have scored at least 85 points in all three of those wins. The Tar Heels are shooting 48% from the field and they won their last home game by 22 points. Syracuse snapped their losing streak with a win over ND in their last game, but they have allowed at least 81 points in three of their last five. This is a tough spot for UNC with Duke next on the schedule, but Syracuse has been terrible in their last two road games. Take the Tar Heels here.
