NC State Defeats Florida State 113-69 in Dominant Performance
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Tucker Center
NC State Wolfpack 113, Florida State Seminoles 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won NC State Wolfpack vs Florida State Seminoles?
NC State Wolfpack beat Florida State Seminoles 113-69 at Tucker Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in NC State Wolfpack vs Florida State Seminoles?
NC State Wolfpack were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding display, the NC State Wolfpack defeated the Florida State Seminoles 113-69 at the Tucker Center on January 10, 2026. This matchup showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with NC State improving their record to 13-5, while Florida State fell to 7-10. The game highlighted NC State's offensive prowess, as they averaged 80.0 points over their last ten games, compared to Florida State's 78.8.
NC State entered the game riding a wave of momentum, having won six of their last ten contests, including a recent victory against Boston College. Their last five games featured a solid average of 78.8 points scored and only 67.6 points allowed. In contrast, Florida State struggled with a record of 3-7 over their last ten, and they had lost their last two games. Their defensive issues were evident, allowing an average of 82.5 points per game during that stretch.
The home team, Florida State, had a home record of 3-4, while NC State boasted a strong away record of 6-4. Historically, the Wolfpack had the upper hand in their previous meeting, winning 84-74 against Florida State on December 7, 2024. This recent history added to the anticipation of the matchup, as NC State sought to continue their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key player absences, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this encounter. The odds from DraftKings indicated that NC State was favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 160.5. This reflected the market's belief in NC State's ability to perform well against a struggling Florida State side.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or external factors influencing play. Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair, with NC State's offense firing on all cylinders. Key moments included Alyn Breed's impressive shooting, hitting multiple three-pointers that contributed significantly to the Wolfpack's lead.
As the game unfolded, NC State showcased their depth and scoring ability, with contributions from various players. The final score of 113-69 underscored the disparity between the two teams on the night, with NC State's performance serving as a stark reminder of their capabilities in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NCSU -4.5 | 160.5 o -112 / u -108 | NC State Wolfpack -198 · Florida State Seminoles +164 |
Leaders
- PointsThomas Bassong14Florida State Seminoles
- AssistsRobert McCray V1Florida State Seminoles
- ReboundsMartin Somerville5Florida State Seminoles
- PointsPaul McNeil Jr.21NC State Wolfpack
- AssistsQuadir Copeland6NC State Wolfpack
- ReboundsDarrion Williams10NC State Wolfpack
Recent form
Florida State Seminoles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L278.8 scored · 82.5 allowed per game3-4 at home
- L87-91vs Duke Blue DevilsJan 3
- L66-79at North Carolina Tar HeelsDec 31
- W87-63vs Jacksonville DolphinsDec 23
- W96-49vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 20
- L69-97at Dayton FlyersDec 17
- L95-103vs Massachusetts MinutemenDec 13
- L67-82at Houston CougarsDec 7
- L73-107vs Georgia BulldogsDec 3
- L59-95vs Texas A&M AggiesNov 28
- W89-59vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 26
NC State Wolfpack
Last 10: 6-4Streak W180 scored · 70.8 allowed per game1-2 away
- W79-71at Boston College EaglesJan 7
- L61-76vs Virginia CavaliersJan 3
- W70-57vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsDec 31
- W76-62vs Ole Miss RebelsDec 21
- W108-72vs Texas Southern TigersDec 18
- L76-77vs Kansas JayhawksDec 13
- W85-45vs Liberty FlamesDec 11
- W75-63vs UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 6
- L73-83at Auburn TigersDec 4
- L97-102at Texas LonghornsNov 27
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | NC State Wolfpack | Florida State Seminoles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-69 | 22-56 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 19-35 | 5-23 |
| Three-point % | 54 | 22 |
| Free throws | 18-23 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 19 |
| Assists | 20 | 7 |
| Steals | 11 | 5 |
| Blocks | 7 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 23 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 45 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half64-44AJ Swinton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kobe MaGee assists)
- 2nd Half66-44Ven-Allen Lubin makes 11-foot jumper (Paul McNeil Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half68-44Darrion Williams makes layup (Quadir Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half71-44Paul McNeil Jr. makes 29-foot three point jumper (Quadir Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half73-44Terrance Arceneaux makes layup
- 2nd Half74-44Darrion Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-44Paul McNeil Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half76-44Paul McNeil Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half78-44Quadir Copeland makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-44Quadir Copeland makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half81-44Quadir Copeland makes driving layup
- 2nd Half81-47Chauncey Wiggins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Martin Somerville assists)
- 2nd Half84-47Paul McNeil Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Quadir Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half84-49Thomas Bassong makes layup (Alier Maluk assists)
- 2nd Half84-50Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half85-50Musa Sagnia makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-52Martin Somerville makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half85-54Alier Maluk makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half87-54Terrance Arceneaux makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half87-55Kobe MaGee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-55Darrion Williams makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half92-55Terrance Arceneaux makes layup (Matt Able assists)
- 2nd Half93-55Terrance Arceneaux makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half96-55Terrance Arceneaux makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half98-55Paul McNeil Jr. makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half100-55Ven-Allen Lubin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half100-58Lajae Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half100-60Thomas Bassong makes driving layup
- 2nd Half102-60Ven-Allen Lubin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half104-60Ven-Allen Lubin makes 2-foot dunk (Alyn Breed assists)
- 2nd Half104-62Thomas Bassong makes driving layup
- 2nd Half104-64Lajae Jones makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half107-64Alyn Breed makes 24-foot three point jumper (Matt Able assists)
- 2nd Half107-65Shah Muhammad makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half107-66Shah Muhammad makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half110-66Alyn Breed makes 25-foot three point jumper (Musa Sagnia assists)
- 2nd Half110-67Cam Miles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half110-68Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half110-69Thomas Bassong makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half113-69Matt Able makes 30-foot three point jumper (Jordan Snell assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida State Seminoles, below favours NC State Wolfpack.
Venue
- Tucker CenterTallahassee, FL
- Attendance6917
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Chris Merlo, Trey Styons
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