- Matchup: UAB Blazers vs. NC State Wolfpack
- Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Venue: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC
- Broadcast: ACC Network
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The NC State Wolfpack (1-0) will face off against the UAB Blazers (1-0) at the Lenovo Center on Friday evening.
In their last match, the UAB Blazers took on MVSU and secured a dominant 106-55 victory. The Blazers showcased an impressive performance with a field goal percentage of 50.0%, sinking 37 of 74 shots, and connecting on 9 of 26 three-point attempts. At the charity stripe, UAB made 23 of 37 shots, giving them a free throw percentage of 62.2%. On the boards, they collected a total of 44 rebounds, 14 of which were offensive. In addition, UAB recorded 18 assists, forced 26 turnovers, and secured 17 steals. Defensively, they limited MVSU to a mere 29.1% shooting (16 of 55). MVSU had 9 assists and 8 steals, grabbing 26 total rebounds (4 offensive, 22 defensive) without any blocks. They were efficient at the free throw line, converting 18 of 19 attempts for a 94.7% success rate, and managed 5 of 21 shots from beyond the arc. The personal fouls count was 15 for UAB and 23 for MVSU.
Chance Westry proved pivotal in the Blazers’ victory, contributing 23 points on 8 of 12 shooting, while also grabbing 5 rebounds in 20 minutes of play, finishing with an impressive shooting percentage of 66.7% and 3 assists.
Entering this matchup, UAB holds a record of 1-0 for the season. They average an impressive 106.0 points per game (26th in college basketball) while maintaining a shooting percentage of 50.0%. The Blazers are shooting 34.6% from deep (9 of 26) and 62.2% from the free throw line. As a unit, UAB averages 49.0 rebounds per game and has dished out 18 assists, ranking 151st nationally in assists per game. They average 8.0 turnovers and commit 15.0 personal fouls each game
When on defense, the Blazers force 26.0 turnovers per game and induce 23.0 personal fouls. They currently rank 105th in the nation, surrendering 9 assists. The UAB defense limits opponents to a field goal percentage of 29.1% (16 of 55) and allows 34.0 rebounds per game, ranking 80th nationally in points allowed per game with 55.0.
In their last encounter, the NC State Wolfpack triumphed over North Carolina Central with a score of 114-66. During the game, NC State allowed North Carolina Central to tally 24 rebounds (7 offensively). The Wolfpack recorded a three-point shooting percentage of 27.8% after hitting 5 of 18 attempts and finished 19 of 28 at the free throw line (67.9%). NC State limited North Carolina Central to 21 of 48 from the field, resulting in a shooting percentage of 43.8%. The Wolfpack shot 57.8% overall, converting 37 of 64 field goal attempts. From beyond the arc, NC State made 19 of 40 attempts (47.5%) and hit 21 free throws out of 30 opportunities for a 70.0% success rate. North Carolina Central committed 19 personal fouls, allowing the Wolfpack ample opportunities from the line. They also recorded 9 turnovers while securing 13 steals, finishing with a total of 39 rebounds (26 defensive and 13 offensive).
Darrion Williams was standout for the Wolfpack, shooting 7 of 10 for a 70.0% field goal percentage, grabbing 4 boards, and contributing 19 points in 24 minutes along with 8 assists.
North Carolina State kicks off the season with a 1-0 record. The Wolfpack have averaged 21.0 personal fouls per game while shooting 70.0% from the free throw line. They currently averaging 27.0 assists (12th in the nation) and committing 9.0 turnovers per game. North Carolina State has scored a total of 114 points this season and averages 40.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Wolfpack boast a shooting percentage of 57.8%, ranking 21st in the NCAA.
Defensively, the Wolfpack rank 154th nationally in points allowed per game, yielding 66.0. They force 18.0 turnovers per game and allow opponents to shoot 43.8% (226th in college basketball). NC State’s defense holds adversaries to a 27.8% three-point shooting percentage and allows 67.9% free throw shooting. They surrender an average of 9.0 assists and 24.0 rebounds per contest, ranking 109th and 46th in the country respectively.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on UAB
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