Pack Announces Addition of Paul Mbiya

RALEIGH, N.C. – NC State men’s basketball head coach Will Wade announced Friday that Paul Mbiya has signed and will join the Wolfpack Basketball Program next season.

Prior to NC State: Plays in the ASVEL team system in the top-tier level French Pro A League … In 2023-24 season, averaged 15.5 points, 11.6 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game for the ASVEL U21 team … Also appeared in 10 games this season for the top ASVEL team in the EuroLeague … In 2022-23, averaged 10.9 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks for the ASVEL U21 team … Prior to playing for ASVEL he was part of the NBA Academy Africa … Was a 2022 Basketball Without Borders All Star selection.

Wade on Mbiya: “Paul has a presence about him when you watch him that really jumps out at you. He’s nearly seven feet tall, but his wingspan and length makes him appear even taller. He has the potential to be one of the best rim protectors and rebounders in college basketball, but also has a great offensive skill set. The sky is the limit for what he can become.”