VCU vs NC State Prediction 11/17/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a VCU vs NC State prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, November 17th at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

VCU Rams Betting Preview

The VCU Rams are 2-1 this season after they defeated St. Peter’s by a score of 78-61 in their last game. VCU led 41-32 at halftime and added 37 points in the second half for the 17-point win. The Rams shot 45% from the field, 36% on three pointers, and 74% on free throws in the game. VCU won the rebounding battle by a total of 39-37, recorded 16 assists, and committed 17 turnovers in the win. Tyrell Ward led VCU with 15 points and three rebounds, while Terrence Hill Jr. added 13 points and one rebound in the game. 

Prior to that game, VCU lost to Utah State by a score of 80-77, but did beat Wagner by a score of 103-74 before that. The Rams have scored 86.0 points per game with 39.7 rebounds and 18.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 71.7 points against per game this season. Jadrian Tracey is averaging 13.3 points and 4.0 rebounds per game, while Tyrell Ward is averaging 13.0 points and 2.5 rebounds per game for the Rams. VCU is shooting 45.8% from the field, 67.0% on free throws, and 38.4% on three pointers this season. 

NC State Wolfpack Betting Preview

The NC State Wolfpack are 3-0 this year after they defeated UNC Greensboro by a score of 110-64 in their last game. NC State led 47-37 at halftime and won the second half 63-27 in the blowout win. The Wolfpack shot 56% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 78% on free throws in the game. NC State won the rebounding battle by a total of 43-33, recorded 17 assists, and committed four turnovers in the win. Darrion Williams led NC State with 32 points and 10 rebounds, while Paul McNeil Jr. added 27 points and five rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that game, NC State defeated UAB by a score of 94-70 and NC Central by a score of 114-66. The Wolfpack have scored 106.0 points per game with 40.3 rebounds and 21.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 66.7 points against per game this year. Darrion Williams is averaging 21.7 points and 4.7 assists per game, while Paul McNeil Jr. is averaging 20.3 points and 4.3 rebounds per game for the Wolfpack. NC State is shooting 56% from the field, 76% on free throws, and 44.1% on three pointers this year. 

Why the NC State Wolfpack will win

• NC State has won 44 of its last 46 games against non-Conference opponents at Lenovo Center.

Why the VCU Rams will win

• VCU has won 20 of its last 24 games.

Total Points Facts

• Forty-six of VCU’s last 47 games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 165 or fewer points.
• Forty of NC State’s last 43 games have produced a total of 164 or fewer points.

VCU vs NC State Prediction 

NC State comes into this contest averaging 106.0 points per game and they are shooting 56% from the field through three games. The Wolfpack have also allowed 64, 70, and 66 points in those three wins, so they have been dominant on both ends of the court. VCU lost to Utah State by three points, but bounced back with a win over St. Peter’s. The Rams are shooting 46% from the field and their defense has also been solid. I think VCU will keep it close for a half, but this NC State offense will be too much in the second half. Take the Wolfpack to cover.

David Racey's Pick: NC State -12.5