The App State Mountaineers fell to the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 87-76 in the NIT first-round, ending a historic season despite a strong effort to cut a significant deficit.

The Big Picture

App State set program records in the 2023-24 season, including most wins, highest attendance, and winning their conference championship after 45 years, highlighting a successful year overall.

By the Numbers
  • App State had 27 wins in the season, the most in program history.
  • The Mountaineers' regular-season losses were the fewest in program history, totaling only five.
State of Play
  • The Mountaineers fought well but couldn't overcome Wake Forest's lead, ultimately falling short in the NIT first-round.
  • App State showed depth with five players scoring double figures, with CJ Huntley leading with 16 points.
  • Donovan Gregory closed his career with an impressive 1,531 points and 409 assists, leaving a remarkable legacy.
Bottom Line

Despite a tough loss in the NIT, the App State Mountaineers' record-breaking season reflects significant progress and sets a high standard for the program's future.