WEEKEND RECAP: NC State beats Pitt in black unis, Wade loves Raleigh, Gottfried offers support, Bailey Ranked, Pack gets a NET bump

Did you spend all of Saturday prepping for the ice storm? Was your Sunday spent sledding?

If so, you missed a lot of happenings around Wolfpack Nation. Here is the Weekend Recap…

Wolferetti: NC State Escapes a Noon Snoozefest at Pitt 81-72, But a Win Is a Win
NC State battled through another noon snoozer in Pittsburgh before pulling out an 81‑72 road win that keeps the Wolfpack rolling in ACC play. The game itself was a little sloppy — both teams struggled to find rhythm early, and there were stretches lacking energy — but State’s ability to make plays late and grind out points mattered more than the style. Joey Wolferetti gives us his take.

The Last Time NC State Started 4‑0 on the Road in ACC Play, They Hung a Very Important Banner
NC State’s current 4‑0 start in ACC road games ties back to one of the most celebrated teams in program history — the 1973‑74 Wolfpack that went unbeaten in ACC play and went on to win the national championship. We also point out a trend that shows when NC State has even a winning record in their first 4 road games, it has led to teams that had success in March.

Former NC State Coach Mark Gottfried Texted Will Wade Ahead of Clemson Game — Here’s What He Said
Former NC State head coach Mark Gottfried sent a text to Will Wade shortly before the Wolfpack’s road game at Clemson, a moment that caught attention given the stakes of the matchup. See what he said.

PACK IN BLACK: NC State Unveils Their New Black Jerseys — Are They the Best Ones Yet?
NC State rolled out a fresh set of black jerseys for its men’s basketball team ahead of the Pitt game, with coach Will Wade even admitting on his radio show that he hadn’t seen them until that week and joked about whether he was supposed to reveal them. Check them out.

Will Wade: “I Absolutely Love It Here — This Is the Best Job I’ve Ever Had”
Will Wade had some nice things to say about his time so far at NC State, calling it the best job he’s ever had and emphasizing how much he loves being with the program. He highlighted the culture, the support from fans and administration, and the way the team has come together this season. Read all his quotes.