Thoughts on #22 NC State’s Win Over Boston College

#22 NC State picked up their 20th win of the season today, defeating Boston College 92-72. Here are a few thoughts on the victory…

• The 30-point victory was the 3rd largest margin of victory in an ACC road game.
  • It’s the Wolfpack’s largest victory over the Golden Eagles, surpassing their 26-point victory in 2019.
• Boston College now only holds a 1-game lead in the series, 15-14.
  • The Wolfpack are now 6-7 at Chestnut Hill.
• The 92 points are the most points NC State has scored against Boston College, surpassing the 89 they scored in 2019.
  • This marks the 2nd time this year the Wolfpack have scored 90+ points against an ACC opponent (FSU – 94)
• NC State’s 20-6 record through 26 games is the Wolfpack’s best record through 26 games since the 2005-06 season, when the they were 21-5 through 26 games.
• It’s hard to beat NC State when their 3 guards all score in double-figures.
  • Jarkel Joiner led the way with 26 points, shooting 10 of 17 from the field, and 5 of 11 from three.
    • He also padded his stat line with 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals.
  • Terquavion Smith had 17 points, shooting an impressive 7 of 14 from the field, and 3 of 8 from deep.
    • He also had 6 assists.
  • Casey Morsell had 16 points, and continued to prove he’s one of the best shooters around, hitting 5 of 8 from beyond the arch (5 of 9 FG).
    • He also had 2 blocks and 2 steals.
• DJ Burns had a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds in only 24 minutes of play.
  • This was Burns 2nd double-double of the year. His 1st one was a 10 point and 10 board performance in the season opener against Austin Peay.
• JACK CLARK WAS BACK, scoring 6 points in 9 minutes of play.
  • He was 2 of 2 from the field, hitting 2 three’s, and he also had 4 rebounds.
• NC State outshot Boston College, and they also won the battle of the boards, and took better care of the ball.
  • Field Goal Percentage: NC State – 55.2%/Boston College – 42.6%
  • Rebounds: NC State – 38/Boston College – 32
  • Turnovers: NC State – 11/Boston College – 17
    • The Wolfpack scored 25 points off turnovers. The Golden Eagles scored 9.