NC State’s Incredible Journey: Ranking No. 11 Seeds in Final Four History with George Mason & More
NC State's improbable run as a No. 11 seed to the 2024 Final Four sets them apart as the sixth team to achieve this since the tournament expanded in 1985. Facing No. 1 seed Purdue in the semifinals, they aim to be the first in this group to reach the championship game.
By the Numbers- NC State is the sixth No. 11 seed to make the Final Four since the 1985 expansion.
- NCAA Tournament has featured five other No. 11 seeds in the Final Four.
- NC State will face No. 1 seed Purdue in the semifinals.
- NC State finished the regular season 17-14, securing one quad 1 win at Clemson.
- NC State improved their record to 22-14 after a remarkable ACC Tournament run.
- This year, with five bid-stealers in the field, the lowest seeded at-large teams were No. 10 seeds.
- NC State's journey involved winning five games in five days just to qualify for the tournament.
NC State's historic run as a No. 11 seed to the Final Four amid fierce competition showcases their resilience and the unpredictability of March Madness.
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