Thursday night’s NCAA Tournament schedule features a compelling South Region matchup as No. 11 VCU takes on No. 6 North Carolina at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.
Tip-off is set for 6:50 PM ET on TNT, with both teams aiming to advance to the second round. The winner will move on to face either No. 3 Illinois or No. 14 Penn.
VCU enters the tournament with a strong 27-7 record, while North Carolina comes in at 24-8 after navigating a competitive ACC slate.
Both teams enter March Madness with long odds to win the title, but each has the potential to make noise with a strong start.
VCU vs. North Carolina Game Info
- 📍 Where: Bon Secours Wellness Arena, Greenville, South Carolina
- 📅 Date: Thursday, March 19
- ⏰ Start Time: 6:50 PM ET
- 📺💻 TV/Streaming: TNT
VCU vs. North Carolina Odds at Hard Rock Bet
As of Thursday afternoon, North Carolina is listed as a slight favorite at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook in what projects to be a closely contested matchup.
Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | North Carolina -145, VCU +115 |
| Point Spread | North Carolina -2.5 (-110), VCU +2.5 (-110) |
| Total (Over/Under) | Over 151.5 (-110), Under 151.5 (-110) |
In a matchup this tight, expect momentum swings and a finish that may not be decided until the final possessions.
VCU vs. North Carolina Betting Splits
Here’s a snapshot of how the action is shaping up at Hard Rock Bet:
- North Carolina is attracting the bulk of moneyline attention, accounting for 62.5% of tickets and 59% of the handle, while VCU trails behind on both metrics.
- Despite being the underdog, VCU is drawing stronger support against the spread, bringing in 55.9% of tickets and a notable 64.8% of the handle.
- The ticket count is nearly even for the total, but the Under is seeing significantly more money, claiming 71.3% of the handle compared to the Over.
Referenced odds are subject to change.
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