The Jayhawks are currently favored to beat the Tar Heels by 2.5 points, according to most sports books.
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UNC’s Roster
The UNC Tar Heels have had a strong season so far and their roster reflects that. They have several key players that have contributed to their success. Some of their notable players include Cole Anthony, Garrison Brooks, and Armando Bacot. Let’s take a closer look at their roster.
Players to Watch
In the UNC vs. Kansas game, there are several key players to watch on both sides. For UNC, freshman point guard Cole Anthony is one to watch. He is averaging 21 points and 9 rebounds per game and is a big part of the Tar Heels’ offense. On the Kansas side, sophomore guard Devon Dotson is one to watch. He is averaging 19 points and 5 assists per game and is a big part of the Jayhawks’ offense.
Kansas’ Roster
Kansas is led by their 7-foot center, Udoka Azubuike. Azubuike is averaging 13.4 points and 10.5 rebounds per game. He is a big reason why Kansas is one of the best teams in the country. They also have a balanced scoring attack with five players averaging in double figures.
Players to Watch
This year’s Kansas team is led by sophomore guard Devonte’ Graham, who is averaging 17.3 points and 7.2 assists per game. Other key players include senior forward Landen Lucas, who is averaging 8.3 rebounds per game, and freshman guard Josh Jackson, who is averaging 16.4 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. The Jayhawks are currently ranked #1 in the AP Poll and are favored to win the UNC vs. Kansas game.
Matchups
When two top teams go head to head, there’s bound to be some serious matchups. The University of North Carolina vs. the University of Kansas is no different. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the key matchups in this game.
Key Players
UNC:
-Cole Anthony
-Garrison Brooks
-Justin Pierce
-Leaky Black
Kansas:
-Devon Dotson
-Ochai Agbaji
-Udoka Azubuike
-Marcus Garrett
Prediction
The Jayhawks are set to take on the North Carolina Tar Heels on Saturday, and oddsmakers have made Kansas a slight favorite.
Kansas is currently listed as a 2.5-point favorite over North Carolina, according to Odds Shark. The Jayhawks are also -145 on the money line, meaning you would have to bet $145 to win $100.
The Tar Heels, meanwhile, are +125 on the money line. That means a $100 bet would net you $125 if North Carolina were to pull off the upset.
The point spread may change as the week goes on and more information about the teams becomes available, but Kansas is currently favored to win Saturday’s game.
