The NC State men's basketball team, currently 11-5 overall and 2-1 in the ACC, heads to Florida State for a noon matchup on Saturday. After defeating Boston College 79-71, the Pack aims for its first back-to-back road wins since February 2021. Key players include Darrion Williams, who averaged 22 points recently, and Quadir Copeland, who leads in assists and steals. This game also features two of the top shooting teams in the ACC with NC State leading in three-point percentage and Florida State excelling in attempts per game.

By the Numbers
  • NC State ranks 1st in ACC three-point percentage at 38.9%.
  • Florida State averages 11.6 three-pointers per game, ranking 2nd in the ACC.
  • Darrion Williams leads NC State with 14.3 points per game.
  • Quadir Copeland has 10 assists in the last game, a season-high.
State of Play
  • NC State is looking to improve its road performance after ending a 15-game road losing streak.
  • The team is currently 3-3 in away games this season.
  • A win would mark their first 3-1 ACC start since the 2023-24 season.
  • NC State has five players who have scored 20+ points in a game this season.
What's Next

If victorious on Saturday, NC State will secure momentum for the upcoming games in a stretch where six of eight will be on the road. A continued strong performance could position them favorably for future matchups against other ACC teams.

Bottom Line

NC State must leverage its three-point shooting and solid assist-to-turnover ratios to emerge victorious against Florida State, crucial for sustaining their success in conference play. Success here could signify a turnaround in their road game difficulties and bolster their performance through a challenging schedule.