Can Wolfpack Outmaneuver Cardinals at KFC Yum! Center?

As the North Carolina State Wolfpack prepare to face off against the Louisville Cardinals at the KFC Yum! Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its recent performance trends. The upcoming game, set in Louisville's home court, presents a challenging environment for the Wolfpack. Playing as guests on January 13th, they will need to adapt quickly to maintain momentum.

The Wolfpack's recent games have shown a mix of resilience and areas needing improvement. In their last outing against the Tar Heels, despite a commendable effort that led to seven steals and five blocks, they fell short with only 54 points against their opponent's 67. Their field goal percentage was low at 27 percent and three-point shots were just at 10 percent success rate.

However, looking back at their game before that provides a more promising picture. Against the Cavaliers, NC State showcased an impressive offensive performance with a field goal percentage of 49 percent and an exceptional free throw rate of 83 percent leading them to secure a win with 76 points over Virginia's 60.

One key area for NC State has been turnovers; they managed only four turnovers in their victory over Notre Dame but had ten in their loss to UNC. Consistency will be crucial as they head into this next game.

The venue could play a significant role in this matchup; playing away from home always adds pressure but also offers an opportunity for teams to come together and perform under adversity. The KFC Yum! Center is known for its vibrant atmosphere which could either intimidate or invigorate visiting teams.

Fans can catch all the action on The CW network when these two teams clash on January 13th at 5:00 PM Eastern Time (US/Eastern). With both teams looking to assert themselves early in conference play, it promises to be an exciting encounter filled with strategic plays and high energy from both sides.