Alabama Crimson Tide (23-11) vs. North Carolina Tar Heels (29-7)
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. North Carolina Tar Heels 3/28/24 – As the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament marches on, the Sweet 16 brings us a compelling matchup between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the North Carolina Tar Heels. Set for Thursday, this game has caught the eye of sports fans and handicappers alike, with each team showcasing a strong season record. The Crimson Tide and the Tar Heels will clash at the Crypto.com Arena promising a spectacle of collegiate basketball talent. The contrast in their seasonal journeys and the critical insights from handicapper reviews hint at an intense battle with high stakes for both teams.
Alabama’s season results in a team with one of the most fluent offensive systems in the nation, hence they score an average of 90.7 points per game with a 47.7 field goal percentage. Through their strategy, they rely on the high percentage of their shots especially the 3-point shots which they average 11 per game at 36.7%. Nevertheless, the defense of this team reveals some weaknesses, including the negative trend in covering the spread in recent matches and catching themselves in foul trouble with the 20.2 average foul numbers.
On the other hand, North Carolina’s stats provide a more balanced perspective on both the offensive and defensive aspects. The average game points of 81.8 points include the 45.3 field goal percentage and a fair game plan of the team. From the statistical point of view their defensive metrics are slightly better where they do not commit so many, and they have strong presence on boards, averaging 40.9 rebounds per game.
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. North Carolina Tar Heels 3/28/24 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 9:39 PM ET |
| Where: | Crypto.com Arena |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Mark Sears (Guard) vs. RJ Davis (Guard)
Mark Sears has proved to be Alabama’s vital weapon throughout the campaign, delivering standout statistics that epitomize him as an effective scorer and playmaker. Sears is a proficient scorer who boasts of 21.4 and 50.9% shooting, and free-throw percentage of 85.8%. He has been very prolific in this area of scoring. Although his average number of 2.4 turnovers per game may indicate some weaknesses in ball control under pressure.
RJ Davis of North Carolina matches up with Sears in terms of impact. This is evidenced by the similar free throw (87.2%) and field goal accuracy statistics (70.7%) and also a field goal percentage of (41.1%). Davis does not help his team by scoring alone; his executing and defense are vital as well, even though the slightly lower field goal percentage that is 43.6% means a chance to improve the accuracy of his shots.
The outcome of the game will depend largely on how Sears and the others shape up trade blows on the playing field. The pair of guards may succeed at the speed of the game and the outcome of it with their scoring and leadership skill. The contrast between Sear’s inside game against Davis perimeter shooting will be vital in determining the pace of the game. In fact, it shall be the basis of the game’s outcome.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: North Carolina Tar Heels -185, Total Odds: 173.5
The betting odds favor North Carolina with a -4 point spread, reflecting their balanced team performance and efficiency. The total set at 173.5 points suggests an expectation of a high-scoring affair, in line with Alabama’s offensive prowess and North Carolina’s capability to keep up.
Alabama Crimson Tide Betting Trends
Alabama’s recent pattern of high-scoring games experienced overages in 4 out of the last 5 games’ totals. The strain became witherstand in last meet games and on the road might have to be prevailing for gamblers aiming for the Tide team.
North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Trends
North Carolina has been efficient against the spread, particularly in away games, thus signifying the team’s ability to adjust to different situations. OVER has been a regular score in their games to a certain extent, though not as reliably as Alabama implies their games often are highly competitive and closely matched.
Alabama Crimson Tide vs. North Carolina Tar Heels 3/28/24 Betting Picks
There is a good reason to expect that this match will be fiercely fought and probably, very tight. North Carolina has a more balanced offensive strategy and stronger defense numbers, which coupled with the contest being held on a neutral court, makes them the lesser risk option.
Considering the elements at play, the over/under is an appealing wager. Considering the way both teams usually try to make a race out of it in their most recent matches, betting OVER is an option, especially as the total has been set to 173.5 points. Such is the case as the March Madness matchup insights show the unpredictable nature of the tournament, where intense games condense high scores.
Free Pick and Prediction: North Carolina Tar Heels 90, Alabama Crimson Tide 85.