Charles Shackleford has been found dead in his home in Kinston, NC. Officers have not released any information on how he passed or whether foul play was involved.
After attending NC State, Shakleford played 6 seasons in the NBA for Philadephia, Minnesota and Charlotte. He averaged 5.4 points and 4.8 rebounds. During his time at NC State (1985-88) he was known as a physical monster. Shack was 6’10 and was extremely aggressive on the boards. In 1988 he led the ACC in rebounding before declaring for the NBA.
Shack is also known for is his infamous ‘amphibious’ quote. In an interview about his ability to finish with both hands, he supposedly responded. “Left hand, right hand, it doesn’t matter. I’m amphibious.” I did not see the quote live, however, I swear (I think) I saw the clip at some point a long time ago. But to this day there are still arguments between State fans on whether or not this was ever said. Either way, Shackleford was a widely known and appreciated member of NC State’s basketball history and it’s extremely sad to hear this news. Let’s mourn together Pack fans as we remember one of our family.
Joiner earned 2nd Team All-ACC honors in his single season at NC State, averaging 17.0 points per game. He is expecting to attend a couple of more workouts. Joiner is projected as a late 2nd round pick, or as an undrafted free agent signee.
Former NC State All-American Shortstop Trea Turner has been en fuego representing the United States in the World Baseball Classic. He has helped lead the United States to the finals against Japan, which begins tonight at 7pm.
Turner currently is batting .368 through 5 games. Four of his seven hits have been home runs, which leads all batters in the World Baseball Classic.
Bradbury just wrapped up his 4-year Rookie contract worth $13 million. The Vikings decided not to pick up his 5th year option prior to last season, but they decided to go ahead and re-sign Bradbury, who has been their starter since entering the league.
The #Vikings have reached an agreement with C Garrett Bradbury for three years & $15.75 million, a source confirms to The Athletic. @MikeGarafolo was on it. Bradbury wanted to return all along. Respected immensely by Kirk Cousins, too. Minnesota's center is back.
Former NC State Wide Receiver Jakobi Meyers got paid yesterday, signing a 3-year deal with the Raiders worth $33 million, with $21 million of it guaranteed.
After going undrafted, Meyers signed with New England, and has been with the Pats the past 4 seasons. Last year was the first year that Meyers made over $1 million, earning $3.986 million on a 1-year contract. Now he will average $11 million a season over the next three years in Vegas.
Over 4 seasons, Meyers has 235 receptions for 2,758 yards and 8 touchdown receptions. Meyers earned this pay day, leading the Pats in receiving yards for the past three seasons consecutively.
