NC State Dominates North Carolina Central in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Lenovo Center
NC State Wolfpack 114, North Carolina Central Eagles 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won North Carolina Central Eagles vs NC State Wolfpack?
NC State Wolfpack beat North Carolina Central Eagles 114-66 at Lenovo Center on November 3, 2025.
In a commanding display, the NC State Wolfpack overwhelmed the North Carolina Central Eagles with a final score of 114 to 66 in their season opener at the Lenovo Center. This matchup was significant not only as the first game of the season for both teams but also as a reflection of their contrasting recent forms. The Wolfpack entered the game with a home record of 1-0, while the Eagles were looking to bounce back from an opening loss, bringing their away record to 0-1.
NC State's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games leading up to this season opener. They had averaged 69.2 points scored per game but allowed an average of 76.7 points, indicating defensive struggles. In their last five games, NC State recorded a 2-3 record, scoring an average of 69.6 points while allowing 73.8. Their last game before this one ended in a loss to the Miami Hurricanes, where they fell short with a score of 70-72. However, they did manage to secure a home victory against the Pittsburgh Panthers, winning 71-63.
On the other hand, North Carolina Central came into this game with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. They averaged 75.0 points scored per game but also allowed an average of 79.4 points, reflecting similar defensive issues. Their last five games saw them with a record of 3-2, scoring an average of 76.0 points while allowing 81.4. Their most recent outing ended in a loss to the South Carolina State Bulldogs, where they were defeated 67-88.
When considering home versus away performance, NC State had a strong home record of 3-1 in their last ten games, while North Carolina Central struggled on the road with an away record of 1-5. This disparity in performance was evident in the game, as NC State took control early and maintained their lead throughout.
In terms of previous meetings, this game marked a fresh start for both teams in the current season, with no recent matchups to draw from. The injury picture was not detailed in the provided facts, which suggests both teams may have been at full strength for this contest.
Betting lines indicated that NC State was heavily favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the market's confidence in their ability to secure a victory against North Carolina Central. The conditions at the Lenovo Center were optimal for basketball, contributing to the high-scoring affair.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed an impressive performance from the Wolfpack, highlighted by their offensive efficiency and defensive resilience. Key moments included a series of free throws and a three-point jumper by Jordan Snell, which showcased NC State's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. The final score of 114-66 not only underscores NC State's dominance in this matchup but also sets a tone for their upcoming season, while North Carolina Central will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsDarrion Williams19NC State Wolfpack
- AssistsDarrion Williams8NC State Wolfpack
- ReboundsMatt Able7NC State Wolfpack
- PointsGage Lattimore20North Carolina Central Eagles
- AssistsDionte Johnson5North Carolina Central Eagles
- ReboundsKhouri Carvey8North Carolina Central Eagles
Recent form
NC State Wolfpack
Last 10: 3-7Streak L169.2 scored · 76.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L70-72at Miami HurricanesMar 8
- W71-63vs Pittsburgh PanthersMar 6
- L62-87at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsMar 1
- L60-74at Syracuse OrangeFeb 27
- W85-73vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsFeb 22
- L73-97at North Carolina Tar HeelsFeb 20
- W70-62vs Boston College EaglesFeb 15
- L66-91vs Louisville CardinalsFeb 13
- L73-74at Stanford CardinalFeb 9
- L62-74at California Golden BearsFeb 6
North Carolina Central Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak L175 scored · 79.4 allowed per game1-5 away
- L67-88at South Carolina State BulldogsMar 15
- W79-77at Delaware State HornetsMar 14
- L71-87at South Carolina State BulldogsMar 7
- W91-87vs Norfolk State SpartansMar 4
- W72-68vs Howard BisonMar 1
- L59-68at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksFeb 27
- L84-86at Delaware State HornetsFeb 25
- L78-92vs Morgan State BearsFeb 18
- W71-59vs Coppin State EaglesFeb 15
- L78-82at Howard BisonFeb 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard | 24-11 | - | 11-3 |
| Morgan State | 14-16 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Norfolk State | 15-17 | 3 | 8-6 |
| North Carolina Central | 14-18 | 3 | 8-6 |
| South Carolina State | 10-22 | 4 | 7-7 |
| Maryland Eastern Shore | 9-23 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Coppin State | 7-24 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Delaware State | 8-23 | 9 | 2-12 |
| 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 | North Carolina Central Eagles | NC State Wolfpack |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-48 | 37-64 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 5-18 | 19-40 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 47 |
| Free throws | 19-28 | 21-30 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 26 |
| Assists | 9 | 27 |
| Steals | 8 | 13 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 27 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 19 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 58 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-72Kyric Davis made Dunk. Assisted by Dionte Johnson.
- 2nd Half40-75Matt Able made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jerry Deng.
- 2nd Half40-77Matt Able made Dunk.
- 2nd Half40-79Matt Able made Jumper. Assisted by Musa Sagnia.
- 2nd Half40-82Jerry Deng made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Musa Sagnia.
- 2nd Half40-85Matt Able made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darrion Williams.
- 2nd Half40-86Quadir Copeland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-86Khouri Carvey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-89Quadir Copeland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Darrion Williams.
- 2nd Half41-90Quadir Copeland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-91Quadir Copeland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-94Paul McNeil made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matt Able.
- 2nd Half41-97Paul McNeil made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quadir Copeland.
- 2nd Half41-100Darrion Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Musa Sagnia.
- 2nd Half44-100Kyric Davis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Khouri Carvey.
- 2nd Half44-101Quadir Copeland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-101Gage Lattimore made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-101Gage Lattimore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-101Gage Lattimore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-101Gage Lattimore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-102Quadir Copeland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-103Quadir Copeland made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-103Khouri Carvey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-103Khouri Carvey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-105Quadir Copeland made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-105Khouri Carvey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-105Khouri Carvey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-105Jonathan Dunn made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-105Jonathan Dunn made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-107Scottie Ebube made Layup. Assisted by Alyn Breed.
- 2nd Half55-109Scottie Ebube made Dunk. Assisted by Alyn Breed.
- 2nd Half57-109Jonathan Dunn made Layup. Assisted by Gage Lattimore.
- 2nd Half57-110Alyn Breed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-111Alyn Breed made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-111Ryan Archey made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-111Ryan Archey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-111Gage Lattimore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-111Gage Lattimore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-114Jordan Snell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jerry Deng.
- 2nd Half65-114Gage Lattimore made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours NC State Wolfpack, below favours North Carolina Central Eagles.
Venue
- Lenovo CenterRaleigh, NC
- Attendance19119
- OfficialsTony Henderson, Ryan Sassano, Connor Macdaid
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