North Carolina vs Kentucky Basketball Odds

The Tar Heels will play the Wildcats on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 5:30 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

The North Carolina and Kentucky basketball teams will play on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 as the 2023-24 college basketball season continues to roll along. Now that both teams have a few games under their belts, let’s size up this matchup by looking at some performance metrics and key stats.

SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - North Carolina currently has a 97.67 conference power ranking so far in the 2023-24 season. The SportsBetting3.com conference power ranking for Kentucky is 97.67.
Away North Carolina - North Carolina heads into this game with a 0-0 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the ACC Conference for away team wins.
Home Kentucky - Kentucky will host North Carolina sporting a 6-1 record as a home team. They currently rank 2nd in the SEC Conference for home team wins for the 2023-24 season.
Conference Win Percentage - North Carolina currently ranks 1st (1.000) in the ACC Conference, with Kentucky now standing 1st (0.000) for their conference win percentage in the 2023 SEC Conference for the 2023-24 college basketball season.
Overall Win Percentage - North Carolina has a 0.778 overall win percentage. Their opponent, Kentucky, has a 0.778 overall win percentage.
Team Records - North Carolina has a 7-2 regular season overall record. Kentucky has notched a 7-2 standing so far in the 2023-24 college basketball season.

Moneyline Mage

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Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round as we witness the clash of giants! On December 16th, 2023, the North Carolina wizards, with their 7-2 record, venture into the heart of Kentucky. The home team Wildcats, also 7-2 overall, stand ready to defend their turf.

In the realm of college basketball, conference records hold great power, as they determine tournament seeds. North Carolina boasts a 1-0 ACC standing, while Kentucky's SEC record stands at 0-0. The Wizards seek to maintain their conference dominance, while the Wildcats hunger for their first conference victory.

However, the Wizards have suffered a recent setback, losing their last game. In stark contrast, the Wildcats have basked in the glory of victory, winning their previous contest. Will North Carolina rise from the ashes and cast a powerful spell, or will Kentucky's winning streak continue?

To make your own predictions and place your bets, look no further! Our point spread, total, and moneyline tables show the best lines and odds for this matchup. Head to BetMGM, BetWay, or Betrivers to test your wizardry and place a bet.

For those seeking a deeper understanding of each team's potential, review each team's futures odds and current standings below. The clash of North Carolina and Kentucky promises to be a spectacle, so brace yourselves for an enchanting battle!

Best Tar Heels at Wildcats Odds

**Best Point Spread Betting Odds**
Underdog Kentucky	Favorite North Carolina
+1.5 -120 BetMGM Bet	-1.5 +100 BetMGM Bet

North Carolina has a -1.5 +100 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Kentucky has a +1.5 -120 point spread at BetMGM OH. Kentucky is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

**Best Total Betting Odds**
Over	Under
163.5 o -115 BetMGM Bet	163.5 u -105 BetMGM Bet

BetMGM has the best over line of 163.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 163.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

**Best Moneyline Betting Odds**
Underdog North Carolina	Favorite Kentucky
-110 BetMGM Bet	-110 BetMGM Bet

Kentucky is the -110 moneyline favorite. Risk $110 to win $100 on Kentucky at BetMGM. North Carolina is the -110 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $110 to win $100 on North Carolina. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

North Carolina is a -1.5 +100 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Kentucky is a +1.5 -120 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

The best over line is 163.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 163.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball game on Saturday, December 16th, 2023?

Kentucky is a -110 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and North Carolina is a -110 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

College Basketball Odds Example

College Basketball Odds and Outcomes Explained
Game	BetMGM Bet
North Carolina Kentucky 12/16/23 5:30pm EST	-1.5 +100 +1.5 -120

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Underdog Kentucky - Kentucky bettors risk $100 to win $83.33 at -120 odds.

A +1.5 Kentucky underdog bet wins if they lose by 1, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 2 or more.

Favorite North Carolina - North Carolina bettors risk $100 to win $100 at +100 odds.

A -1.5 North Carolina favorite bet wins if they win by 2 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 1, tie, or lose outright.

North Carolina at Kentucky Prop Bets

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College Basketball Prop Bets
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	BetMGM Bet
North Carolina Kentucky First to 5 Points 12/16/23 5:30pm EST	-120 -120 Bet
North Carolina Kentucky First to 10 Points 12/16/23 5:30pm EST	-120 -115 Bet
North Carolina Kentucky First to 15 Points 12/16/23 5:30pm EST	-120 -115 Bet
North Carolina Kentucky Game to Overtime 12/16/23 5:30pm EST	Yes +1050 No -10000 Bet

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Basketball Regular Season Standings - North Carolina, Kentucky
Team	W-L	Win%	Home	Away	Conf	CGB	Conf%	Strk
ACC
#7 North Carolina	29-8	0.784	14-1	8-2	17-3	-	0.850	L1
SEC
#20 Kentucky	23-10	0.697	14-4	7-3	13-5	+1	0.722	L2

North Carolina & Kentucky Futures Odds

Latest College Basketball Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review March Madness odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the college basketball tournament. Also be sure to read Ron Halfback's Final Four write-up.

North Carolina Championship Odds

2024-25 North Carolina NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds
Team	BetMGM
North Carolina	+5000 Bet

Kentucky Championship Odds

2024-25 Kentucky NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Odds
Team	BetMGM
Kentucky	+2500 Bet

North Carolina & Kentucky Team Pages

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How to Bet on the North Carolina vs Kentucky College Basketball Game

Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 at 5:30 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Basketball page, look for the North Carolina vs Kentucky Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
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