N.C. State Triumphs Over Texas Tech in NCAA Tournament Upset

Ben Middlebrooks' career-high 21 points propels the Wolfpack to their first March Madness victory in nearly a decade.

Ben Middlebrooks led N.C. State to an 80-67 victory over Texas Tech with a career-high 21 points, marking the team's first March Madness win in nine years.
The 11th-seeded Wolfpack will face 14th-seeded Oakland in the South Region, continuing their unexpected run after winning the ACC Tournament as the 10th seed.
N.C. State dominated the paint, outscoring Texas Tech 42-20, and showcased a strong second-half performance, shooting 60.9 percent from the field.
Texas Tech struggled with their shooting, making just 7-of-31 from the three-point line, contributing to their inability to keep pace.
The Wolfpack's success comes amid questions about coach Kevin Keatts' future, demonstrating a remarkable turnaround for the team.