The North Carolina State Wolfpack go hunting for a ten-game winning streak when they collide with highly rated Purdue, the number one seed in the Midwest region, and their star player, Zach Edey. Ranked at eleven in the South region, NC State turned their season around in an impressive way and has found themselves in the Final Four of March Madness. The NCAA men’s basketball tournament heads to Glendale, Arizona, this weekend to pick out the two teams that will tip off for the national championships next week. Purdue Boilermakers is a massive favorite against the Wolfpack in the early odds.
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Basketball: NCAA 2024 Men’s Final Four
Where to Watch: ESPN
Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, Arizona
Date: 07.04.2024 01:09
NC State Wolfpack
Struggling during the regular season, the Wolfpack have executed a turn of form that has drawn parallels with their 1983 championship-winning season. Currently, on a nine-match winning streak, Kevin Keatts has successfully integrated his eight transfers into this team. The coach has also made NC State able to play in different ways - quick or intentional. In the NCAA tournament, the Wolfpack defeated Texas Tech, Oakland, Marquette, and Duke. Against the last two, NC restricted their opponents from 3-pointers using their size. Mohammed Diarra, Ben Middlebrooks, and DJ Burns are all over 6’9” and have played significant minutes in the run-in.
Purdue Boilermakers
Zach Edey, the star man of Purdue, has blown away all opposition, remaining resistant to all the tricks against him. Purdue crushed Grambling, Utah State, Gonzaga, and number two seed Tennessee to secure their spot in the final four. The current Wooden Award holder and future two-time winner, Zach Edey, finished last Sunday’s game against Tennessee with a staggering 40 points and 16 rebounds, a feat never achieved in the NCAA tournament. Edey, with his stamina, game-charging runs, and dominance, is the driving force behind the Boilermakers.
Betting Odds
According to Bet365, NC State is a 4.50 money line underdog, with a total over 146 at 1.90 odds. On Betwinner, the total over 77.5 for Boilermakers is at 1.833, and Purdue to win by 6 or more points is priced at 1.5 odds. 1XBET lists over 68.5 for NC State at 1.833 and +10 handicap for NC State Wolfpack at 1.714. Read more here.
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