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NC State Basketball: How Role Players Can Save the Rotation
NC State Basketball ⋅ 10 days ago by Jake McSwain
NC State basketball found answers in an ACC win over Boston College — and the biggest takeaway wasn’t at the top of the box score. It was the Wolfpack’s role players stabilizing the rotation at a critical point in the season.
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Is the ACC Wide Open? What It Means for NC State Basketball
NC State Basketball ⋅ 10 days ago by Jake McSwain
NC State basketball is navigating one of the deepest ACC seasons in years—and the margin for error is shrinking fast. In this breakdown, we zoom out on the ACC race and explain what it all means for the Wolfpack as conference play takes shape.
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NC State Basketball: Panic Meter on Key Players Before ACC
NC State Basketball ⋅ 20 days ago by Jake McSwain
NC State basketball enters ACC play with momentum — but not without questions. As the Wolfpack close non-conference action, we break down the panic meter surrounding key players, rotation decisions, and what it all means for March.
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PREGAME HOOPS TALK: NC State vs. UAB
In this breakdown, we look at NC State basketball vs UAB — how Will Wade’s Wolfpack can control tempo, protect the glass, and get Darrion Williams in his best spots. New-look NC State hosts at the Lenovo Center tonight at 9 p.m. on ACC Network.
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FILM ROOM: Darrion Williams Shines- The Star of Will Wade’s NC State Debut
In this breakdown, we dive into NC State basketball under Will Wade after his debut game — a near 50-point win that showcased exactly why the Wolfpack fan base is buzzing again. From the offensive flow to Darrion Williams’ all-around brilliance, this was a glimpse of what’s ahead in Raleigh.
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5 Questions on Jerry Deng: NC State's Secret Weapon?
In this Five Questions feature, Inside Pack Sports breaks down NC State junior Jerry Deng, a player capable of impacting in a variety of ways this season for the Wolfpack.
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5 Questions on Paul McNeil: The Wolfpack’s Go-To Scorer?
In this Five Questions feature, Inside Pack Sports breaks down NC State sophomore guard Paul McNeil, one of the most talked-about players heading into the 2025-26 season.
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5 Questions on Quadir Copeland: Can He Run the Pack?
In this episode of 5 Questions, Inside Pack Sports breaks down NC State Basketball transfer Quadir Copeland, the 6'6" playmaker who arrives from McNeese State after helping lead Will Wade’s team to the NCAA Tournament.
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5 Questions on Musa Sagnia: How He Changes the Front Line
In this episode of 5 Questions, Inside Pack Sports spotlights NC State forward Musa Sagnia — the Wolfpack’s late-cycle addition who arrives with pro seasoning, size, and defensive versatility. Listed at 6'10", 235 on the NC State roster, Sagnia changes the calculus up front.
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Five Questions on Terrance Arceneaux: NC State’s Elite 3-and-D Wing?
In this episode of 5 Questions, Inside Pack Sports breaks down NC State Basketball transfer Terrance Arceneaux, one of Will Wade’s biggest portal additions — and potentially one of the ACC’s most versatile wings.
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5 Questions on Matthew Able: Will NC State’s Freshman Flash Early?
In this episode of 5 Questions, Inside Pack Sports breaks down NC State Basketball freshman guard Matthew Able, the first prep commitment for Will Wade and one of the most highly touted recruits in recent Wolfpack history.
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5 Questions on Tre Holloman: NC State’s X-Factor Guard?
In this episode of 5 Questions, Inside Pack Sports breaks down NC State guard Tre Holloman — what his transfer from Michigan State means, how he fits into Will Wade’s system, and whether he can hold onto the starting point guard job this season.
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5 Questions on Ven-Allen Lubin: All-ACC Season Ahead?
In this episode of our 5 Questions series, we dive into NC State Basketball and examine how Ven-Allen Lubin fits into Will Wade’s system heading into the new season. Can the former Vanderbilt and North Carolina forward become NC State’s breakout big — or even an All-ACC candidate?
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Week 8 ACC Power Rankings: FSU’s Nightmare, Clemson’s Comeback
In this breakdown, we rank every ACC Football team heading into Week 8 — from the resurgent Clemson Tigers to a Miami Hurricanes squad coming off a bye. The ACC race is tightening, and the path to Charlotte is officially up for grabs.
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5 Questions on Darrion Williams: ACC Player of the Year?
In this preseason projection, we dive into NC State Basketball through the lens of Darrion Williams — why his role, versatility, and usage will define the Pack. We also touch on Will Wade’s public praise and what it signals for expectations.
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How NC State Can Pull the Notre Dame Upset | Pack Perspective with Emeka Emezie
NC State vs Notre Dame is one of the biggest challenges of the year, and on this episode of Pack Perspective, host James Henderson sits down with former Wolfpack star wide receiver Emeka Emezie to break down what it will take for NC State to pull off the upset in South Bend.
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Who Can Catch Miami? ACC Week 7 Power Rankings & Reactions
We sort risers, fallers, and the messy middle. Virginia keeps validating its offense, Duke shows balance, and SMU’s quietly building a profile that travels. On the flip side, UNC’s slide gets ugly, Virginia Tech stalls, and Boston College hits rock bottom — while Pitt just found a jolt.
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BEYOND THE BOARDS: Inside NC State’s Painful Amile Jefferson Miss
On May 15, 2012, NC State basketball was on the verge of history — chasing its fourth McDonald’s All-American in the same class. The Wolfpack already had Rodney Purvis, Tyler Lewis, and TJ Warren committed, and the final target was Amile Jefferson, a five-star “glue guy” from Philadelphia.
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ACC Football Power Rankings Week 6: Contenders, Spoilers & Pretenders
The ACC delivered absolute chaos in Week 5 — and Miami Hurricanes fans are smiling the widest. Miami looks like the ACC’s only true College Football Playoff contender, while Florida State’s upset loss to Virginia raised serious questions about whether the Seminoles belong anywhere near the CFP.
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ACC Power Rankings Week 5: Miami on Top, Clemson in Trouble
In this video, we break down the ACC Week 5 power rankings, spotlighting Miami’s dominant win over Florida, FSU’s explosive offense, and more!
 
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