NC State Secures Dramatic Victory Over Clemson, 78-77
In a thrilling ACC matchup, NC State rallied from a 12-point deficit to beat Clemson, marking their first win at Clemson since 2015.
- DJ Horne led NC State with 27 points, including the game-winning shot with nine seconds left.
- The victory ended NC State's six-game losing streak against Clemson and provided a crucial Quadrant 1 win for their NCAA Tournament resume.
- Clemson, leading by 12 points in the second half, saw their three-game win streak snapped as they failed to maintain their lead.
- Joseph Girard III was Clemson's top scorer with 23 points, but the team struggled with turnovers and scoring droughts.
- The match was closely contested in statistical categories, with NC State slightly outshooting Clemson.