Wolfpack Overcomes Seminoles in Overtime Showdown at Reynolds Coliseum
The North Carolina State Wolfpack, ranked 3rd, edged out the 22nd-ranked Florida State Seminoles with a final score of 88-80. The Wolfpack's season record now stands at an impressive 15-1, while the Seminoles fall to a respectable 12-4. The game saw both teams locked in a fierce battle that extended into overtime before the home team secured their victory.
The Wolfpack demonstrated remarkable resilience and teamwork throughout the match. They outperformed the Seminoles in several key areas, including total rebounds (47 to Florida State's 43) and points in paint (52 compared to Florida State's 42). A critical factor contributing to their win was their superior shooting accuracy; they boasted a field goal percentage of 46 percent against the Seminoles' 38 percent and converted on more than half of their two-point attempts.
North Carolina State also excelled defensively with six blocks and six steals, which played a significant role in disrupting Florida State's offensive flow. Moreover, they capitalized on turnovers by scoring 16 points off them. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at an impressive 1.07, reflecting their effective ball distribution and decision-making under pressure.
On the other side of the court, despite falling short, the Seminoles put up a formidable fight. They managed to keep pace with fast break points at 17 and showcased defensive strength with seven blocks and eleven steals. However, they struggled from beyond the arc with only a twenty-two percent success rate from three-point range.
The game was tightly contested as evidenced by ten times tied scores and ten lead changes throughout regulation time before heading into overtime where North Carolina State ultimately took control.
Looking ahead for North Carolina State fans: The Wolfpack will face off against Virginia Tech Hokies at Cassell Coliseum on January 7th at noon Eastern Time. This away game will be available for viewing on ACC Network Extra via internet broadcast networks for those eager to follow along as North Carolina State continues its campaign through this season’s matchups.