The #11 Michigan State Spartans will take on the #16 North Carolina Tar Heels on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET. This non-conference game will be held at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, FL. Both teams come into this game with a 6-0 record, making it an exciting matchup to watch on FOX.

Michigan State vs. North Carolina Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: North Carolina Tar Heels +1.5. North Carolina has a strong record against the spread, going 4-2 this season. They also have a high-scoring offense, which can keep the game close.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 152.5. Michigan State has hit the under in 4 of their last 5 games, and their games tend to be lower scoring.

Team Trends

• The game will be held at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, FL, a neutral site.
• Michigan State is favored with a spread of -1.5, while North Carolina has a spread of +1.5.
• Both teams have a perfect 6-0 record in straight-up games this season.
• Michigan State has a 50% success rate against the spread in all games.
• North Carolina has a 66.7% success rate against the spread in all games.

Michigan State vs North Carolina Preview

The Michigan State Spartans and North Carolina Tar Heels are set for a game on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET. Both teams hold a perfect 6-0 record this season. The game will be played at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, FL, and will be shown on FOX.

Michigan State recently defeated East Carolina by 33 points, with Jaxon Kohler scoring 16 points. North Carolina also won their last game against St. Bonaventure by 15 points, with Henri Veesaar leading the way with 24 points. The Spartans are favored by 1.5 points in this close matchup.

North Carolina Tar Heels: A Strong Start

The North Carolina Tar Heels are ranked #16 and play in the Atlantic Coast Conference. They have a perfect 6-0 record this season, with all games played at home. The team has shown strong performance, especially in their recent games. In their last game, the Tar Heels won against St. Bonaventure Bonnies by 15 points. Henri Veesaar led the team with 24 points and 13 rebounds. Caleb Wilson also contributed with 20 points and 12 rebounds. The Tar Heels score an average of 87.5 points per game. They excel in rebounding, grabbing 45.8 per game, which ranks them 11th. Their field goal percentage stands at 48.1%, showing their offensive efficiency.

Michigan State Spartans: A Strong Contender

The Michigan State Spartans hold a #11 ranking in the AP poll. They have started the season with a perfect 6-0 record, all games played at home. The Spartans are part of the Big Ten Conference. In their last game, the Spartans defeated East Carolina Pirates by 33 points. Jaxon Kohler stood out with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Coen Carr added 13 points and 4 rebounds to the team’s victory. The Spartans average 80.7 points per game, ranking them 153rd in scoring. They excel in assists, with 21.2 per game, placing them 5th. Their total rebounds per game are 43.2, ranking them 35th.

Final Betting Pick

The North Carolina Tar Heels are a solid pick with a +1.5 spread. They have a good record against the spread, going 4-2 this season. Their high-scoring offense, averaging 87.5 points per game, can keep the game close. This offensive strength makes them a strong contender, even as the underdog.

For the over/under prediction, the under 152.5 looks promising. Michigan State has a tendency for lower-scoring games, hitting the under in 4 of their last 5 games. Their defensive stats, like allowing only 11.2 turnovers per game, suggest they can keep the score down. This combination makes the under a good choice for this matchup.

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