Clemson vs North Carolina Prediction 2/10/25 College Basketball Picks Today

In this article, we will formulate a Clemson vs North Carolina prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 10th at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, South Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Clemson Tigers Betting Preview

The Clemson Tigers are 19-5 (11-2) this year after they defeated Duke by a score of 77-71 in their last game. Clemson trailed 41-35 at halftime, but they held Duke to just 30 points in the second half for the win. The Tigers shot 58.8% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 59.1% on free throws in the game. Viktor Lakhin led Clemson with 22 points and four rebounds, while Chase Hunter added 14 points and seven rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Tigers lost to Georgia Tech by a score of 89-86 but did beat NC State by a score of 68-58 before that. Clemson has won seven of their last eight games and they are currently tied for second in the ACC standings. Clemson has scored 77.3 points per game and they have allowed 67.3 points per game, while also averaging 35.1 rebounds and 14.3 assists per game this season. Chase Hunter is averaging 17.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Ian Schieffelin is averaging 12.8 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this year. Clemson is shooting 46.7% from the field, 77% on free throws, and 38.4% on three-pointers this season. 

North Carolina Tar Heels Betting Preview

The North Carolina Tar Heels are 14-10 (7-5) this season after they defeated Pittsburgh by a score of 67-66 in their last game. North Carolina led 35-32 at halftime, but they needed a late bucket in the second half to get the win. The Tar Heels shot 48.1% from the field, 46.7% on three-pointers, and 53.3% on free throws in the game. RJ Davis led North Carolina with 18 points and three assists, while Ven-Allen Lubin added 17 points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Tar Heels lost to Duke by a score of 87-70 and Pittsburgh by a score of 73-65. North Carolina has lost four of their last six games and they are currently seventh in the ACC standings with a 7-5 record. North Carolina has scored 80.6 points per game and they have allowed 76.3 points per game, while also averaging 37.0 rebounds and 14.3 assists per game this season. RJ Davis is averaging 17.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Ian Jackson is averaging 13.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game this year. North Carolina is shooting 47% from the field, 74.3% on free throws, and 32.7% on three-pointers this season. 

Why North Carolina will beat Clemson

• North Carolina has won each of its last six Monday games.
• North Carolina has won the first half in each of its last nine games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Seven of the last eight night games between North Carolina and Clemson have produced a total of 149+ points.
• Six of North Carolina’s last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 143 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Clemson ranks 17th among Division 1 teams for opponent assists per game this season (10.3).
• Clemson ranks 17th among Division 1 teams for opponent assist-to-turnover ratio this season (0.77).
• North Carolina ranks 37th among Division 1 teams for pace this season (71.1).
• North Carolina ranks 41st among Division 1 teams for points per game this season (80.6).

Clemson vs North Carolina Prediction 

Clemson comes into this matchup after picking up a huge upset win over Duke in their last game and they will have the home court advantage once again here. The Tigers are 11-2 in conference play so far this year and while their offense has been solid, their defense has led the way. Clemson is allowing just 67.3 points per game this year and they have allowed 58 points or fewer in two of their last four games. North Carolina has dropped four of their last six games and they have struggled on the defensive end of the floor, as they are allowing 76.3 points per game. The Tar Heels are 0-3 in their last three road games and while I don’t think they will get the win here, I do think they can keep this one close. I expect a slow start from Clemson, but I do think the Tigers get a narrow win. Take North Carolina and the points here.