The Wolfpack keep the magic alive


Five games in five days was just the start for NC State ride in March. The 11 seed dominated Texas Tech to run away for an 80-67 victory as DJ Burns scored 16 points as the crowd went crazy every time he touched the world.

Last Tuesday, NC State was heading into the ACC Tournament as a 10 seed knowing they had to keep winning to extend their season. Now, 9 days and 6 games later, the Wolfpack have a date with 14 seed Oakland to see who will go to the Sweet 16.

Drake tried to join the double digit party, but their upset bid ended early as the Washington State Cougars came back from down 7 with 6 minutes to play. Isaiah Watts made a huge three pointer with close to 2 minutes left to give the Cougars a 2 point lead and the Cougars defense shut down Drake for the rest of the game to beat 66-61.


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