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Selection Sunday

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Teams are anxiously awaiting their fate as today is the day bubbles burst for many teams around the country. NC State and their fans have had the uneasy feelings associated with Selection Sunday for the past few years as the Pack has eeked their way into the dance. This season is different as the Wolfpack is seen as a lock to be in the NCAA, but there are still plenty of unknowns that create excitement. It’s not a question of are we in, but what seed will the Pack receive. As I have researched the “so called experts” (ESPN,CBS,USA Today, FOX, and Bracket Matrix) it is a safe bet that the Wolfpack will be as high as an 8 seed or as low as a 1o seed. The consensus seems to have the Pack playing the 8 vs 9 match-up as 3 of the 5 have State as an 8 or 9. Only two have the Pack as a 10 seed (CBS and USA Today).

Personally I hope that Shelby Mast of USA Today and Jerry Palm of CBS are correct in projecting the Wolfpack as a 10 seed, this would eliminate the possibility of playing a #1 seed in the second round. In my opinion I believe that the Wolfpack is as capable as any team to knock off a #1 as we have proven to beat elite teams this season; however, I would still prefer playing a #2 seed in the second round especially since Gonzaga and UVA are likely two seeds. Some of the things that the Pack have in their favor as they enter the NCAA is that they have played a difficult schedule and have seen different playing styles thus far. The ACC has provided State will a variety of philosophies that will help the Pack strategize against any team that they may be matched up against.

Here are some of the potential match-up’s as of Sunday Morning:

ESPN Joe Lunardi: (8) NC State vs (9) Dayton: Winner plays Villanova in 2nd round

CBS Jerry Palm:  (7) Utah vs (10) NC State: Winner plays Gonzaga in 2nd round

USA Today Shelby Mast: (7) Michigan State vs (10) NC State: Winner plays Kansas

FOX Stewart Mandel (8) ST. John’s vs (9) NC State: Mandel doesn’t have #2 seed locked down

Bracket Matrix: (9) NC State: Bracket Matrix uses statistics to determine seeding but does not show match-up’s

 

Tune into CBS at 6 PM to find out who the Pack will play this coming week. We will have plenty of breakdowns coming leading up to NC State’s game. Who would you like to see the Pack play?

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wolfpack74
wolfpack74
9 years ago

Wolfer96 wormncsu Purvis is a chump.  His game was not near 5 star level.  He probably cost us Randle along the way.  He got what he deserved.

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Wolfer96
Wolfer96
9 years ago

wormncsu I don’t blame Purvis. I thought he made a bad decision coming to State in the first place. If his ultimate goal was to play in the NBA then he had to play PG. He was too short to play SG at the next level and he was a good shooter but not great. But then UConn was also a horrible choice because they had a PG in Boatright. So no understanding the school choices he made.

You’re right he should not have listened to the idiots around him.

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wormncsu
9 years ago

Purvis left with hopes of being groomed to be an NBA point guard. For most of the season he played lack luster at best. If he had stayed he could of played in the NCAA’s each year. Some of the kids need to learn to stop listening to outsiders on how good they think they are and just stick it out. If you look at our transfer history though the kids we have lost are nowhere near as good as the ones we have gained. As far as Gottfried goes maybe he is not an NCAA championship coach but you… Read more »

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Wolfer96
Wolfer96
9 years ago

Everyone better have 2 brackets filled out. 1 where we get bounced in the 1st round and 1 where we go elite 8. I think all things considered we got lucky and placed in the best possible bracket. Villanova is the weakest 1 seed of the tournament.  It was nice to relax for a change on selection Sunday. As a State fan it feels odd not to have that sinking feeling leading up to the selection show. I thought it was rather sad that UConn did not make the tourney. Purvis has to sit out last season during UConn’s championship… Read more »

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wolfpack74
wolfpack74
9 years ago

Who would I like to see the Pack play?  That’s a good question.  I have a better one.  Which Pack team will show up next week?  If the last one shows, it doesn’t matter whom we play.  On the other hand, if we are playing well, I would like a match up eventually with Gonzaga.

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It’s Official. NC State Men’s Basketball will be Playing in the Lenovo Center

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September 12, 2024

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On Monday, the “PNC Arena” sign came off the building where NC State Men’s Basketball and the Carolina Hurricanes play, with their naming rights contract ending on August 31st. Speculation swirled around the possibility of the building becoming the Lenovo Center, because a leaked image from NHL 25 had the Canes playing on the ice of the Lenovo Center.

There is no need for speculation any longer. It’s official. The Carolina Hurricanes announced this morning that the home of the Wolfpack and Canes is officially the Lenovo Center, beginning this month. Lenovo’s naming rights contract runs through the 2033-34 NHL season.

“Lenovo has been a valued partner of ours for many years,” said Fork. “We’re thrilled to elevate that partnership now by renaming the arena Lenovo Center. Lenovo has both strong local ties and a worldwide footprint, and we’re proud to have the Hurricanes’ name associated with a true leader in global technology. As we transition to this new era, we are grateful for our longtime naming rights collaborator, PNC, who will continue to be a major partner of our organization.”

“This is an exciting day for Raleigh, Wake County, and the whole state of North Carolina,” said Philip Isley, Chairman of the Centennial Authority. “This partnership is about more than just re-naming the arena. Lenovo will play a vital role integrating technology into our upcoming arena renovations and enhancements. Lenovo has deep roots in North Carolina, and we’re thrilled that they are strengthening those roots with this naming rights agreement.”

“Lenovo has called North Carolina our home for nearly two decades. Like the Hurricanes, we take great pride in being a part of the Triangle community and we’re excited to expand our partnership with a world-class sports organization,” said Ryan McCurdy, Senior Vice President and President, Lenovo North America. “The arena is one of the most recognizable venues in the state and the newly named Lenovo Center will continue to be the premier destination for people to enjoy sporting events, concerts, and more.”

Lenovo is a Fortune Global 500 technology company with deep ties to North Carolina since 2005. One of the company’s two global headquarters is located in Morrisville, North Carolina. Lenovo is one of the largest employers in the Triangle region, with an estimated $1.5 billion economic and fiscal impact in North Carolina each year. Lenovo also supports the local community through philanthropic giving, employee volunteering, and community engagement initiatives.

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1999-2002 = Entertainment & Sports Arena

2002-2012 = RBC Center

2012-2024 = PNC Arena

2024-2034 = Lenovo Center

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A “First Look” at the Raleigh Sports & Entertainment District has been Unveiled

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September 11, 2024

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Pacific Elm Properties and Gale Force Sports and Entertainment unveiled today a “first look” of the forthcoming Raleigh Sports & Sports Entertainment District that will neighbor Carter-Finley Stadium and the building formerly known as PNC Arena.

The redevelopment of the 80-acre site, located just off I-40 and adjacent to Carter-Finley Stadium, will provide new opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment throughout the year, and will feature a unique outdoor realm for sports tailgating and programming. Tenants and outdoor spaces will be curated to serve fans of the Hurricanes and NC State alike, offering new ways to gather before sporting events while honoring the classic tailgating experiences that people have grown to love.

Phase one of the development will include more than 200,000 square feet of entertainment and lifestyle retail, 150,000 square feet of office space, a 150-key hotel and more than 500 apartments. Additional phases will expand this variety of uses over the expected 15-year development timeline.

The first phase, which is slated to kick off in December 2025, will include an expanded plaza to complement the upcoming arena renovation and will feature a 600-foot promenade lined with tailgating suites, balconies and new open space for thousands of fans to gather, blending time-honored traditions with state-of-the-art innovation.

The new tailgating experience will be directly adjacent to a 4,300-seat music venue operated by Live Nation and part of a larger five-acre tailgating space, including the plaza between Carter-Finley Stadium and PNC Arena, which will also receive improvements. Enhanced tailgating and pre- and post-game entertainment options range from well-appointed luxury suites to roomy balconies and community spaces, new food and beverage offerings, a promenade and stage for live entertainment, and elevated amenities like convenient restrooms and additional quick and easy parking. Construction of the first phase also includes two parking garages that line either side of the tailgating experience, which is projected to be completed in time for the 2027 Wolfpack football season.

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Is the PNC Arena About to Become the Lenovo Center?

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September 9, 2024

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Ever since 2012, PNC Arena has been the home of NC State Men’s Basketball and the Carolina Hurricanes. Today, the sign “PNC Arena” came off of the building.

PNC Bank’s naming rights contract ran out on August 31st.

The Hurricanes announced today that they had reached an agreement for PNC Bank to be the sponsor of the arena’s club and club-level seating.

Could the home of NC State Men’s Basketball be called the Lenovo Center Next?

In a leak from the video game NHL 25, the following image has Lenovo Center written on the ice of the Hurricane’s home arena.

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Obviously it hasn’t been confirmed that Lenovo will be the next official sponsor of the arena, but the leaked image from the game  does seem oddly coincidental.

1999-2002 = Entertainment & Sports Arena

2002-2012 = RBC Center

2012-2024 = PNC Arena

2024-TBD = Lenovo Center?

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NC State Women’s Basketball To Play in the Jimmy V Classic for the 5th Time

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August 24, 2024

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NC State’s Women’s Basketball team will be playing in the 2024 Jimmy V Classic on December 15th at Louisville at 1pm on ABC.

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Because the game will be against the Cardinals, it will serve as the Wolfpack’s ACC opener.

Here’s a look at the other matchups in the Women’s Jimmy V Classic.

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This marks the 5th time that the NC State Women’s Basketball team has played in the Jimmy V Classic: UConn (2002), Texas (2003), Tennessee (2004), South Carolina (2020).

The Wolfpack are 8-8 all-time against Louisville, but are currently on a 5-game winnings streak against the Cardinals.

ESPN ranks NC State 8th in their Way-Too-Early 2024-25 Preseason Top-25, and they rank Louisville 12th. The Wolfpack finished 4th in the AP Poll last season, and the Cardinals finished 30th.

 

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