Overview
- Darrion Williams scored 28 points on 9-for-15 shooting, and Tre Holloman added 25 for NC State.
- Holloman went 10-for-10 at the line, hitting six free throws in the final 18 seconds to secure the win.
- NC State finished with a 27-12 advantage in free throws as VCU sank 13 three-pointers to stay close.
- The Wolfpack moved to 4-0 despite 17 turnovers, while VCU fell to 2-2 after pulling even at 63 late.
- Coach Will Wade beat his former program as Ven-Allen Lubin contributed 11 points and nine rebounds off the bench.