Miami Hurricanes vs NC State Wolfpack Picks and Prediction for Saturday, February 14, 2026
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The Miami Hurricanes travel to Raleigh to face the NC State Wolfpack on Saturday afternoon. Miami is 19-5 overall and 8-3 in ACC play, sitting tied for third in the conference standings after a 75-66 win over North Carolina in its most recent game. NC State enters at 18-7 overall and 9-3 in ACC action, tied for second in the conference standings following a 118-77 road loss to Louisville. Find value in this matchup with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, February 14
- Time: 4:00 PM ET
- Location: Lenovo Center, Raleigh, NC
- TV: ESPN2
Miami Hurricanes Preview
Miami is averaging 83.8 points per game while allowing 69.8, shooting 50.9% from the field as a team. Malik Reneau leads the Hurricanes with an average of 19.8 points per game and adds 6.6 rebounds, shooting 56.1% and providing a reliable interior option in half-court sets. Tre Donaldson averages 15.8 points and a team-high 6.1 assists per game, directing the offense and creating perimeter looks. Ernest Udeh Jr. anchors the paint with 9.6 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game, controlling the glass on both ends and limiting second-chance opportunities by opponents.
Defensively, Miami averages 7.9 steals per game, with Tru Washington averaging 1.9 steals. The Hurricanes commit 11.4 turnovers per game but offset mistakes with efficient shooting and strong rebounding at 38.7 per contest. Tru Washington is out indefinitely with an undisclosed injury.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 83.8
- Points Allowed: 69.8
- Rebounds: 38.7
- Assists: 17.1
- Steals: 7.9
- Blocks: 3.4
- Turnovers: 11.4
NC State Wolfpack Preview
NC State averages 85.3 points per game and allows 74.3, shooting 47.8% from the field. Darrion Williams leads the Wolfpack with averages of 14.4 points and 5.3 rebounds per game, providing consistent scoring from the wing. Quadir Copeland adds 13.9 points and a team-high 6.9 assists per game, pushing tempo, creating transition opportunities. Ven-Allen Lubin controls the interior with 13.6 points and 7.0 rebounds per game while shooting 68.0%.
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The Wolfpack average 8.5 steals per game, led by Copeland at 1.8 steals, and commit just 9.6 turnovers per game, maintaining offensive balance. Lubin adds 0.8 blocks per contest to protect the rim. Jerry Deng is out for the season, Scottie Ebube is out indefinitely, and Colt Langdon is questionable.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 85.3
- Points Allowed: 74.3
- Rebounds: 35.4
- Assists: 16.5
- Steals: 8.5
- Blocks: 3.0
- Turnovers: 9.6
Miami Hurricanes vs NC State Wolfpack Prediction
NC State’s guard play and ball security create a big advantage against a Miami team thin on the perimeter. Copeland’s ability to control pace and Lubin’s interior play will force Miami into extended defensive possessions. While Reneau provides consistent scoring for the Hurricanes, NC State’s balanced attack and lower turnover rate dictate tempo at home and limit Miami’s transition chances. Final Score Prediction: NC State Wolfpack wins and covers ATS, 88-81.
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