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North Carolina Tarheels vs. Virginia Cavaliers: Predictions, picks, odds
The Virginia Cavaliers, who currently hold a 14-1 record at home, will host the No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels in Charlottesville on Saturday.
The North Carolina Tar Heels have a current record of 20-6, with a conference record of 12-3 in the ACC. The Tar Heels are coming off a 98-81 triumph over the Virginia Tech Hokies. Against the Hokies, forward Armando Bacot had an impressive performance with 25 points and 12 rebounds. On average this season, Bacot has contributed 14.6 points and 10.3 rebounds per game to North Carolina.
The Cavaliers also played Virginia Tech in their last game but unfortunately with a different outcome. Virginia fell 41-75 to their rival Virginia Tech. However, sophomore guard Issac McKneely managed to score 11 points and grab two rebounds for the Cavaliers. This season, McKneely has been averaging 12.4 points and 3.1 rebounds per game.
Here are the current betting lines and predictions for No. 10 North Carolina vs. Virginia.
No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Virginia Cavaliers predictions
BetMGM: North Carolina will win
Staff writes: “The winning team model predicts North Carolina will win this college basketball game with 59.5% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.”
ESPN: Tar Heels have 65% chance to win
According to ESPN’s Matchup Predictor, the North Carolina Tar Heels have a 65.4% chance of beating the Virginia Cavaliers.
Action Network: Virginia +3
Staff writes: “Bennett has had UNC’s number throughout his time at Virginia, and I don’t think that trend can be ignored — especially with the Hoos sitting as a home underdog in this one. I expect a spirited effort from UVA after getting its butt kicked Monday night by rival Virginia Tech. Virginia should shoot it better and also force UNC into settling for some difficult outside shots. I don’t know that the Hoos have enough firepower to win this one outright, but I can’t pass at the chance to back Bennett as a home dog given that nobody’s been better at finding ways to win when things get ugly.”
No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Virginia Cavaliers betting lines, odds
The North Carolina Tar Heels are favored to defeat the Virginia Cavaliers, according to the BetMGM odds.
- Spread: North Carolina (-2.5); Virginia (+2.5)
- Moneyline: North Carolina (-150); Virginia (+125)
- Total: 130.5
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How to watch No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Virginia Cavaliers channel, steaming information
- Game day: Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024
- Game time: 4:00 p.m., ET
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN+, Fubo
How to watch: Catch NCAA men’s basketball action with Fubo
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North Carolina
Damaged Flock camera in North Carolina town sparks online debate over surveillance tech
RUTHERFORDTON, N.C. (WLOS) — A damaged Flock Safety camera in Rutherfordton has reignited debate over the use of license plate reader technology, with thousands weighing in online after police shared a photo of the vandalized device.
The Rutherfordton Police Department posted an image of the damaged camera on social media, where the post quickly gained more than 20,000 comments. While some users condemned the vandalism, others praised the person responsible, with comments including “Not all heroes wear capes” and “Give them a medal.”
Local law enforcement officials said there is too much misinformation online about the cameras.
FLOCK CAMERA DAMAGED IN NORTH CAROLINA TOWN, PROMPTING POLICE STATEMENT
“We’re seeing a lot of misconceptions that these cameras collect more data than they actually do,” said Capt. Ryan Bailey with the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office. “The camera itself is only capturing the vehicle traveling down the road.”
Bailey said Flock cameras do not record video. Instead, they take still images of passing vehicles and capture license plate information. According to the sheriff’s office, those images are automatically deleted after 30 days.
The department also says safeguards are in place to prevent misuse of the system. Deputies are required to enter a case number before searching the database, allowing administrators to audit searches and ensure the technology is being used appropriately.
JULY 8, 2026 – A Flock camera in Rutherford County, North Carolina. (Photo: WLOS Staff)
Despite those protections, opinions among residents remain divided.
“I don’t like that idea at all because of the over-abundance of electronics and interference in our privacy,” Rutherfordton resident Rachel Alexander said.
Others believe the cameras are a valuable investigative tool.
“I have no really negative opinion with them. I think they’re really helpful, especially with criminals and children abductions,” said local homeowner Phyllis Irvine.
POLL: WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT FLOCK CAMERAS?
The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office says the cameras have also proven useful in locating vulnerable people, including those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other cognitive disabilities who may have gone missing while driving.
Officials say the technology has become an important resource for investigations and emergency response across the county.
Flock cameras cost about $3,500 each. Law enforcement officials say anyone caught intentionally damaging one could face charges.
North Carolina
North Carolina Republican operative shaping the state’s early voting plans is reassigned
North Carolina state Auditor Dave Boliek has reassigned a staffer working on state election preparations following reporting illustrating how the longtime Republican operative was using his position to shape county’s early voting plans.
North Carolina
North Carolina man accused of shooting and killing another tourist inside of a Broward Airbnb, police say
A Fourth of July trip to South Florida ended in tragedy after a 21-year-old North Carolina man was shot and killed inside a Hollywood Airbnb, according to police.
Investigators say Jaydon Williams, 21, was shot multiple times early Saturday morning at a vacation rental in the 1900 block of Funston Street. Hollywood police have arrested 21-year-old Devian Blount, also of North Carolina, and charged him with first-degree murder.
Officers responded to the home around 1 a.m. Saturday, following reports of a shooting. They arrived to find Williams suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to Memorial Regional Hospital, where he died.
According to the arrest report, Williams was on a FaceTime call with his girlfriend at the time of the shooting. She told investigators she heard someone accuse Williams of stealing, followed by a verbal argument and several gunshots.
The incident has left neighbors shaken in the typically quiet Hollywood community. While some residents noted they were aware that the home operated as a short-term rental, others expressed concerns about the property’s transient nature.
“That’s a bad idea to me to have an Airbnb in this neighborhood where so many people and kids live,” said neighbor Dorell Green. “Different types of people come and go. You don’t know who is coming or leaving.”
Ivette Santana, another resident, said her primary concern is the violence. “I don’t care about the Airbnb,” Santana said. “My problem is the shooting over there.”
Blount is being held without bond at the Broward County Jail.
CBS News Miami has contacted Airbnb to determine if the property remains in operation. We are also working to contact the property’s owners.
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