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As the Syracuse Orange prepare to host the North Carolina Tar Heels on February 21, 2026, fans can expect a highly competitive NCAA basketball showdown at the Carrier Dome. Both teams enter this matchup with solid recent form; however, the Tar Heels have the upper hand, having won 3 of their last 5 games compared to Syracuse’s 2 victories.
Syracuse will rely on their trademark zone defense, which has historically posed challenges for opposing teams. Their ability to force turnovers and transition quickly can be a pivotal factor in determining the game’s outcome. However, they’ll need to find more consistency on offense to capitalize on these defensive strengths.
On the other hand, North Carolina’s offensive prowess has shone through in their recent performances, displaying a strong inside presence coupled with efficient perimeter shooting. They will likely look to exploit any gaps in Syracuse’s zone to generate high-percentage scoring opportunities.
Bookmakers reflect this contest’s competitive nature, with odds at 2.21 for the home team and 1.55 for the away team. With a projected probability of 47.8% for a Syracuse win and 52.2% for a North Carolina victory, expect a thrilling encounter where both teams will need to perform at their best to secure a crucial win.
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| Syracuse 39.8% |
North Carolina 60.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 74:78
Outrights of NCAA College Basketball North Carolina: 0.9%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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2.4 | 1.52 | ||
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2.24 | 1.59 | ||
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2.45 | 1.53 | ||
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2.21 | 1.55 | ||
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2.4 | 1.55 |
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Standings
NCAA College Basketball Outrights
1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.17%)
2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.16%)
3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (9.73%)
4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.58%)
5. Iowa State: 13 (5.61%)
6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.21%)
7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.21%)
8. Connecticut Huskies: 16 (4.56%)
9. Purdue Boilermakers: 20 (3.65%)
10. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.47%)
11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 36 (2.03%)
12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.78%)
13. Michigan State: 51 (1.43%)
14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 51 (1.43%)
15. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.43%)
16. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.09%)
17. Louisville: 67 (1.09%)
18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.09%)
19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.09%)
20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.9%)
21. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)
22. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.9%)
23. Wisconsin Badgers: 101 (0.72%)
24. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.72%)
25. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.72%)
26. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)
27. Brigham Young: 126 (0.58%)
28. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.48%)
29. NC State: 151 (0.48%)
30. Texas Tech: 201 (0.36%)
31. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)
32. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)
33. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)
34. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)
35. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)
36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)
37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)
38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)
39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)
40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)
41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)
42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)
43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)
44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)
45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)
46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)
47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)
48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)
49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)
50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)
51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)
52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)
53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)
54. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)
55. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)
56. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)
57. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)
58. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)
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