North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Texas Longhorns predictions, Mar 17, 2026

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As the North Carolina State Wolfpack prepares to host the Texas Longhorns on March 17, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing matchup marked by recent struggles for both teams. The Wolfpack has managed to secure only 1 win in their last 5 games, indicating potential challenges in maintaining momentum. Similarly, the Longhorns have mirrored this trend, also claiming just a single victory in their recent outings.

Tactically, North Carolina State will look to leverage their home-court advantage, hoping to create a strong defensive front while also capitalizing on transition opportunities. Conversely, Texas will aim to establish their perimeter shooting, looking to exploit any defensive gaps the Wolfpack may present.

Bookmakers have slightly favored North Carolina State with odds of 1.85, reflecting a 53.9% probability of a home win, while Texas stands at 1.8, with a 46.1% chance of claiming victory. With both teams equally seeking to reverse their fortunes, this matchup promises to be closely contested. Stakeholders should approach this game with caution, as both sides are in urgent need of a breakout performance, making the outcome far from certain.

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North Carolina State
49.9%
Texas
50.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 80:80

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball NC State: 0.36%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.92 1.93
betsson 1.86 1.86
MarathonBet 1.83 1.83
WilliamHill 1.85 1.85
Pinnacle 1.85 1.8

Latest Results

12.03.26 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – 81:74
11.03.26 North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – Pittsburgh Panthers basketball – 98:88
07.03.26 North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – Stanford Cardinal basketball – 84:85
02.03.26 North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – Duke Blue Devils basketball – 64:93
28.02.26 Notre Dame Fighting Irish basketball – North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – 96:90 OT
11.03.26 Texas Longhorns basketball – Ole Miss Rebels basketball – 66:76
07.03.26 Texas Longhorns basketball – Oklahoma Sooners basketball – 85:88 OT
04.03.26 Arkansas Razorbacks basketball – Texas Longhorns basketball – 105:85
28.02.26 Texas A&M Aggies basketball – Texas Longhorns basketball – 70:76
25.02.26 Texas Longhorns basketball – Florida Gators basketball – 71:84

Facts

  • Neither of the teams is performing well right now.
  • Texas may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 2 head-to-head matches, North Carolina State won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 156:165. (average 78:82.5).
  • Including home match between the teams, North Carolina State won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 59:63.

    Latest Head To Head

    26.11.25 Texas Longhorns basketball – North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – 102:97
    04.12.24 North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – Texas Longhorns basketball – 59:63

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Duke Blue Devils: 4.2 (17.24%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 4.33 (16.72%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5 (14.48%)

    4. Florida Gators: 8 (9.05%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 11 (6.58%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 19 (3.81%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 21 (3.45%)

    8. Iowa State: 23 (3.15%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 34 (2.13%)

    10. Michigan State: 41 (1.77%)

    11. Arkansas Razorbacks: 46 (1.57%)

    12. Kansas Jayhawks: 51 (1.42%)

    13. St. Johns Red Storm: 51 (1.42%)

    14. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.29%)

    15. Virginia Cavaliers: 61 (1.19%)

    16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.08%)

    17. Wisconsin Badgers: 71 (1.02%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 91 (0.8%)

    19. Texas Tech: 101 (0.72%)

    20. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 101 (0.72%)

    21. Alabama Crimson Tide: 101 (0.72%)

    22. North Carolina: 101 (0.72%)

    23. Eastern Kentucky: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Louisville: 126 (0.57%)

    25. Brigham Young: 126 (0.57%)

    26. UCLA: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Clemson: 201 (0.36%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    30. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    32. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    33. St. Marys (CA): 251 (0.29%)

    34. Missouri Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Utah State: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    37. TCU: 301 (0.24%)

    38. UCF Knights: 301 (0.24%)

    39. Georgia Bulldogs: 301 (0.24%)

    40. SMU Mustangs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. VCU Rams: 401 (0.18%)

    42. Texas Longhorns: 401 (0.18%)

    43. Santa Clara: 401 (0.18%)

    44. St. Louis Billikens: 401 (0.18%)

    45. Akron Zips: 501 (0.14%)

    46. South Florida Bulls: 601 (0.12%)

    47. High Point: 1001 (0.07%)

    48. McNeese State: 1001 (0.07%)

    49. Hawaii: 1001 (0.07%)

    50. Lehigh Mountain Hawks: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Kennesaw State: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. California Baptist: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. Penn Quakers: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Wright State: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Troy: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Howard Bison: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Hofstra Pride: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Furman: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Idaho Vandals: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. Northern Iowa: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Siena Saints: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. North Dakota St: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. LIU Sharks: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Prairie View A&M: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. UMBC Retrievers: 1001 (0.07%)

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