North Carolina vs Ole Miss March Madness Odds: Hot Tar Heels Open as 1.5-Point Favorites
North Carolina has opened as 1.5-point favorites against Ole Miss in their first-round NCAA Tournament matchup, scheduled for Thursday at 4:05 pm ET in Milwaukee.
The Tar Heels (23-13) dominated their First Four game against San Diego State with a convincing 95-68 victory, led by RJ Davis's 26 points and Elliott Cadeau's impressive 9-point, 12-assist performance. UNC has won nine of their last 11 games, with their only losses coming against top-ranked Duke.
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Key Betting Information:
- Spread: North Carolina -1.5
- Moneyline: UNC -130, Ole Miss +130
- Total: 152.5
Ole Miss (22-11) enters the tournament with less momentum, having lost four of their last six regular-season games. After starting strong at 15-2, the Rebels struggled down the stretch, finishing 10-8 in SEC play.
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KenPom Rankings Comparison:
- Ole Miss: 26th overall
- North Carolina: 30th overall
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Betting Tip: The line is likely to move in UNC's favor due to public sentiment and their recent form. Consider betting UNC early if backing the Tar Heels, while Ole Miss bettors may find better value closer to tip-off.
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