On Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 5:30 PM ET, the Kansas Jayhawks will play against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC. This non-conference game features the #19 ranked Kansas Jayhawks from the Big 12 facing the North Carolina State Wolfpack from the Atlantic Coast. The game will be broadcast on ESPN, with the Wolfpack favored by 2.5 points.

Kansas vs. North Carolina State Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Kansas +2.5. Kansas has a strong record against the spread, going 6-4. They have also performed well in their last five games, covering four times.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 151.5. Both teams have trends leaning towards the under. Kansas games have gone under in 8 of their last 10, and North Carolina State’s last three games have also gone under.

Team Trends

• The game will be played at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, NC.
• North Carolina State Wolfpack is the favorite with a spread of -2.5.
• Kansas Jayhawks have a moneyline of +124, making them the underdog.
• Kansas Jayhawks have won 4 of their last 5 games straight up.
• North Carolina State Wolfpack has a 7-2 record as a favorite this season.

Kansas vs North Carolina State Preview

The Kansas Jayhawks, ranked #19, will visit the Lenovo Center to play the North Carolina State Wolfpack. Kansas holds a 7-3 record this season, showing strong performance in away games with a 4-1 record. In their recent game, they defeated the Missouri Tigers 80-60. Tre White led the team with 20 points and 13 rebounds. Kansas looks to continue their success on the road.

North Carolina State also enters the game with a 7-3 record. They have been solid at home, winning all six home games this season. In their last game, they secured a big win over the Liberty Flames, 85-45. Quadir Copeland contributed with 11 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Wolfpack aims to maintain their home winning streak against Kansas.

North Carolina State Wolfpack: Home Court Dominance

The North Carolina State Wolfpack have a strong record this season. They hold a 7-3 overall record. At home, they are unbeaten with a perfect 6-0 record. The Wolfpack recently defeated the Liberty Flames by 40 points. In that game, Quadir Copeland scored 11 points and had 7 rebounds. Ven-Allen Lubin also contributed with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Offensively, the Wolfpack average 88.8 points per game. They rank 13th in three-point percentage at 40.0%. On defense, they grab 8.3 steals per game, which is an area for improvement.

Kansas Jayhawks: Strong Road Performers

The Kansas Jayhawks have a solid 7-3 record this season. They are ranked #19 in the AP poll. On the road, they have performed well, winning 4 out of 5 games. In their recent game against the Missouri Tigers, the Jayhawks won by 20 points. Tre White stood out with 20 points and 13 rebounds. Flory Bidunga also contributed with 10 points and 11 rebounds. The Jayhawks average 74.6 points per game. They have a field goal percentage of 46.1%. Their defense averages 4.7 steals per game, which is an area they can improve.

Final Betting Pick

Kansas has shown they can cover the spread, especially in recent games. They have covered in four of their last five outings. This trend makes Kansas +2.5 a solid pick, even against a strong team like North Carolina State. Kansas’s away record of 4-1 also supports their ability to perform well on the road.

The under 151.5 is a reasonable choice given both teams’ recent trends. Kansas games have gone under in 8 of their last 10, indicating a pattern of lower-scoring games. North Carolina State’s last three games have also gone under, which aligns with this prediction. Both teams may focus on defense, keeping the total score under the set line.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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