Thursday's game features the NC State Wolfpack (4-0) and the Kentucky Wildcats (2-2) squaring off at Virgin Islands Sport & Fitness Center in what should be a lopsided matchup, with a projected 79-54 win for heavily favored NC State according to our computer prediction. Game time is at 3:15 PM ET on November 23.

The Wildcats enter this matchup following a 59-48 loss to FGCU on Sunday.

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Kentucky vs. NC State Game Info

  • When: Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 3:15 PM ET
  • Where: Virgin Islands Sport & Fitness Center in Charlotte Amalie, Virgin Islands
  • How to Watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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Kentucky vs. NC State Score Prediction

  • Prediction: NC State 79, Kentucky 54

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Kentucky Performance Insights (2022-23)

  • The Wildcats scored 67.8 points per game last season (129th in college basketball) and gave up 68.8 (288th in college basketball) for a -33 scoring differential overall.
  • In 2022-23, Kentucky scored 63.1 points per game in SEC action, and 67.8 overall.
  • The Wildcats scored fewer points at home (66.5 per game) than on the road (68.1) last season.
  • At home, Kentucky conceded 66.8 points per game last season. Away, it gave up 75.3.

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