North Carolina vs Kentucky Basketball Odds

The Tar Heels will play the Wildcats on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 5:30 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

The North Carolina and Kentucky basketball teams will play on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to roll along. Now that both teams have a few games under their belts, let’s size up this matchup by looking at some performance metrics and key stats.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - North Carolina currently has a 97.67 conference power ranking so far in the 2023-24 season. The SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Kentucky is 97.67.
  • Away North Carolina - North Carolina heads into this game with a 0-0 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the ACC Conference for away team wins.
  • Home Kentucky - Kentucky will host North Carolina sporting a 6-1 record as a home team. They currently rank 2nd in the SEC Conference for home team wins for the 2023-24 season.
  • Conference Win Percentage - North Carolina currently ranks 1st (1.000) in the ACC Conference, with Kentucky now standing 1st (0.000) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 SEC Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
  • Overall Win Percentage - North Carolina has a 0.778 overall win percentage. Their opponent, Kentucky, has a 0.778 overall win percentage.
  • Team Records - North Carolina has a 7-2 regular season overall record. Kentucky has notched a 7-2 standing so far in the 2023-24 college basketball season.

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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as we witness the clash of giants! On December 16th, 2023, the North Carolina wizards, with their 7-2 record, venture into the heart of Kentucky. The home team Wildcats, also 7-2 overall, stand ready to defend their turf.

In the realm of college basketball, conference records hold great power, as they determine tournament seeds. North Carolina boasts a 1-0 ACC standing, while Kentucky's SEC record stands at 0-0. The Wizards seek to maintain their conference dominance, while the Wildcats hunger for their first conference victory.

However, the Wizards have suffered a recent setback, losing their last game. In stark contrast, the Wildcats have basked in the glory of victory, winning their previous contest. Will North Carolina rise from the ashes and cast a powerful spell, or will Kentucky's winning streak continue?

To make your own predictions and place your bets, look no further! Our point spread, total, and moneyline tables show the best lines and odds for this matchup. Head to BetMGM, BetWay, or Betrivers to test your wizardry and place a bet.

For those seeking a deeper understanding of each team's potential, review each team's futures odds and current standings below. The clash of North Carolina and Kentucky promises to be a spectacle, so brace yourselves for an enchanting battle!

Best Tar Heels at Wildcats Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Kentucky
Favorite

North Carolina
North Carolina has a -1.5 +100 point spread at BetMGM VA. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Kentucky has a +1.5 -110 point spread at BetRivers. Kentucky is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 163.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. BetRivers has the best under line of 164.5 points. Risk $110 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Kentucky
Favorite

North Carolina
North Carolina is the -110 moneyline favorite. Risk $110 to win $100 on North Carolina at BetMGM. Kentucky is the +104 underdog at BetRivers. Risk $100 to win $104 on Kentucky. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

North Carolina is a -1.5 +100 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Kentucky is a +1.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetRivers.

What is the over-under total line for the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

The best over line is 163.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 164.5 -110 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

North Carolina is a -110 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Kentucky is a +104 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.

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College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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North Carolina
Kentucky
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Underdog Kentucky - Kentucky bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +1.5 Kentucky underdog bet wins if they lose by 1, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 2 or more.

Favorite North Carolina - North Carolina bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -1.5 North Carolina favorite bet wins if they win by 2 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 1, tie, or lose outright.

North Carolina at Kentucky Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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North Carolina
Kentucky
Tie
End of 2nd Half Result
12/16/23 5:30pm EST
-114+114+1050Bet
Kentucky
Team Total Points
UNC at UK
12/16/23 5:30pm EST
81.5 o -12081.5 u -107Bet
North Carolina
Team Total Points
UNC at UK
12/16/23 5:30pm EST
82.5 o -11882.5 u -108Bet

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - North Carolina, Kentucky
Team W-L Win% Home Away Conf CGB Conf% Strk
ACC
#4 North Carolina27-70.79414-18-217-3-0.850L1
SEC
#9 Kentucky23-90.71914-47-313-5+10.722L1

North Carolina & Kentucky Futures Odds

Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.

North Carolina Championship Odds
2023-24 North Carolina NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

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Kentucky Championship Odds
2023-24 Kentucky NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds

Team
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Kentucky
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North Carolina & Kentucky Team Pages

Review each team's futures odds, betting bonuses, current standings and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 at 5:30 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the North Carolina vs Kentucky Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Basketball page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the North Carolina vs Kentucky Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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