GAME #20 PREVIEW - NC State
THE BASICS
After a disappointing home loss to Florida State on Tuesday, Syracuse gets another home matchup when NC State comes to town for a 7pm “white out” game.
Syracuse has dominated NC State as of late - winning the last 5 matchups against the Wolfpack.
NC State comes to the Dome on a 2-game losing streak (lost an ugly game to UVA and lost to VT at home). They had a huge win over Wake Forest before this mini-losing streak started.
This game has a very similar feel to the Florida State game - the teams are somewhat similar analytically, neither can shoot, both offenses struggle, and both rely on their defense to lead the way. I wouldn’t expect a pretty night of hoops.
Main keys for Syracuse in this?
Take care of the basketball (NC State is one of the best in the ACC at turning teams over)
Hit some dang shots from 3 (the law of averages has to indicate SOMETHING better than 1-14)
Take advantage of getting to the foul line (NC State fouls a lot and Syracuse gets there a lot - have to make those shot opportunities)
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