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North Carolina State Wolfpack's Mohamed Diarra Shines as Duke Blue Devils Prepare for Showdown

The North Carolina State Wolfpack is gearing up to face off against the Duke Blue Devils in an exciting men's basketball matchup. Both teams have been putting in the work and showcasing their skills in previous games, but it's the performance of Mohamed Diarra from the Wolfpack that has caught everyone's attention.


Mar 14, 2024; Washington, D.C., USA; Duke Blue Devils center Kyle Filipowski (30) drives to the basket as North Carolina State forward Mohamed Diarra (23) defends in the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

In their last three games, Diarra has been a force to be reckoned with on the court. He has consistently put up impressive numbers, averaging 13 points, 9 rebounds, and 1 block per game. His field goal percentage has been outstanding at 67 percent, making him a reliable scorer for his team.


Diarra's standout performance came in their recent game against the Marquette Golden Eagles. He scored 11 points, grabbed an impressive 15 rebounds, and contributed with 1 block and steal each. His dominance in the paint was crucial for the Wolfpack's victory.


Mar 14, 2024; Washington, D.C., USA; North Carolina State guard Jayden Taylor (1) shoots the ball as Duke Blue Devils forward Mark Mitchell (25), Blue Devils center Kyle Filipowski (30), and Blue Devils forward TJ Power (12) defend in the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

But Diarra isn't the only player to watch out for in this upcoming game. DJ Horne has also been a key contributor for North Carolina State. In their previous three games, he has averaged 14 points and showcased his shooting prowess with a three-point percentage of 57 percent.


On the other side of the court, the Duke Blue Devils have their own standout players who could make a significant impact on the game. Mark Mitchell has been leading the charge for his team with an average of 12 points per game and an impressive eight assists per game. His playmaking ability will be crucial for Duke's offensive strategy.


Mar 14, 2024; Washington, D.C., USA; North Carolina State guard Jayden Taylor (1) shoots th ball as Duke Blue Devils center Ryan Young (15) defends in the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Ryan Young has also been a force to be reckoned with under the basket, averaging six rebounds per game. His presence on both ends of the court will be vital for Duke's success against North Carolina State.


As we look ahead to this exciting matchup, it's clear that both teams have players who can make a difference. The Wolfpack will rely on the dominant performance of Mohamed Diarra, while the Blue Devils will look to Mark Mitchell and Ryan Young to lead the way.


The game is scheduled for March 31, 2024, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Fans can catch all the action live on CBS at 5:05 PM ET. It's bound to be a thrilling showdown between these two talented teams, and basketball enthusiasts won't want to miss it.

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