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Last week, NC State added two new pieces in Jacari Brim and Comeh Emuobor. These were depth guys who likely wouldn't see a ton of minutes. It seemed as if recruiting was quieting down, and NC State was going to go into the season mostly with the roster they had in place (aside from some backups).

PORTAL UPDATE: NC State adds 6'9 Euro, 7-Foot Opurum update, and what

Matt Able Going to UNC

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Matt Able is officially withdrawing from the NBA draft to suit up for North Carolina next season, per @MarcJSpears.

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Former North Carolina State guard Matt Able will be taking his talents to play for North Carolina at Chapel Hill for new head coach Michael Malone, his representation Life Sports Agency told Andscape. The 6-foot-6 guard averaged 8.8 points and 3.4 rebounds as freshman last season

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NCAA Basketball Top 25 Transfer Class Rankings for 2026 Offseason

Evaluating the best transfer classes from this past offseason and looking at how these teams may stack up heading into the 2026-27 college basketball season.

NC State has finally tapped into their Euro-pipeline to bring home a very intriguing commitment from Robert Jurkovic, a 6'9 Slovenian forward. If you want to learn more about who he is and where he's from (+ his stats), check out this profile article on him.

FULL HIGHLIGHT REEL: 6'9 Wolfpack commit Robert Jurkovic hits 3s,

NC State has secured the commitment of 6'9 forward Robert Jurković from Slovenia for the coming season. NEWS: Ilirija Ljubljana's Robert Jurkovic has committed to NC State, agent Stevan Petrovic tells DraftExpress. The 6'9, 23-year-old Slovenian big man averaged 8.3 points and 3.6 rebounds in 19 minutes

NC State Lands Versatile 6'9 Slovenian Forward Robert Jurković

We've talked a ton about the new additions to NC State's basketball roster, but there hasn't been a ton of attention on redshirt freshman forward Zymicah Wilkins. Wilkins was the prize piece of Kevin Keatts 2025 recruiting class before he was fired. He stuck around when Wade was hired, redshirted,

NC State's Zymicah Wilkins drops new photos on Instagram, showcasing a

Updated NC State roster after Comeh Emuobor addition.

Updated NC State Roster

Full Transcript from Justin Gainey's interview with CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein. CBS Sports (Jon Rothstein): Welcome back to Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein. Pleased to be joined by NC State head coach Justin Gainey as part of our new coaches series. Justin, welcome.

WATCH: Justin Gainey sat down with CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein to talk

Raleigh native Comeh Emuobor transfers to NC State.

NC State Adds Raleigh Native

Former NC State guard Ishua Benjamin lands new coaching job.

Ishua Benjamin Gets Coaching Job

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ACC Basketball: Duke, Louisville on top of way-too-early power rankings for 2026-27

For the past couple of years, ACC Basketball has been struggling overall, with only its top teams making the NCAA Tournament. Before this past season, the ACC h

NC State transfer class ranks Top-30 nationally.

NC State Portal Class Climbs

Updated NC State roster after Jacari Brim commitment.

Updated NC State Roster

Former App State guard Jacari Brim transfers to NC State.

NC State Adds Jacari Brim

A 7-footer from Auburn is currently visiting NC State. Emeka Opurum, 7'0, 205-pound center from Lagos, Nigeria, who played last season at Auburn, is exactly what NC State is looking for and is actually one of the bigs we were hinting at in our latest portal update.

Auburn's 7-foot center, Emeka Opurum, is visiting NC State

NC State signee Kingston Whitty sets state high jump record.

Whitty Sets State Record

NC State offers 2029 PF Grant Duggins.

NC State Offers Greensboro Day Big

If you're looking for info on the current roster and how those pieces fit, make sure you tune into our latest podcast where we give our take on all of that. For now, though, I want to focus on what we believe NC State will be targeting for their last 3/4 spots and where they'll find those targets.

PORTAL UPDATE: Here is how we believe NC State will fill our their final

Former NC State guard Alyn Breed transfers to UNLV.

Alyn Breed Lands at UNLV

NC State offers elite 2028 forward Mason Collins.

NC State Offers 5-Star Wing

Justin Gainey met with the media to talk his roster, his first month on the job, but mostly about bringing back Paul McNeil Jr. Here are his quotes... Gainey on bringing back Paul McNeil Jr. No, it was a big deal and we're excited to have him back.

Justin Gainey talks about the importance of bringing back Paul McNeil, and

NC State reaches out to 2026 center Kaleb Davis.

NC State Contacts Kaleb Davis

Question: How big was it to get Paul McNeil back for this season? Justin Gainey: It was big. It was a big deal, and we're excited to have him back. I'm excited to be a part of his continued growth and development.

Full Justin Gainey Press Conference | Video + Transcript

To cover Matt Able or NOT to cover Matt Able? That is the question. If Matt Able enters the NBA draft this year, he'll enter as a SG from NC State. However, if he comes back to school, he's coming back as a Tar Heel.

Matt Able is cooking in the NBA Combine Scrimmages, 'Back and

Justin Gainey discusses roster building, Paul McNeil and NC State.

Gainey Opens Up at ACC Meetings

NCAA Tournament Expansion Explained 🗣️

Everything you need to know about the new 76-team bracket

NC State head coach Justin Gainey announced the hiring of Matt Holt as director of scouting in April 2026. Holt, a veteran of basketball operations and scouting with extensive Power conference experience, strengthens the Wolfpack support staff as Gainey continues to build his program in his first season leading his

Matt Holt Named Director of Scouting for NC State Mens Basketball

According to his agent, NC State could be hosting 7-foot, 230lb center Melian Martinez on Thursday. VISIT NEWS: Louisiana Tech transfer Melian Martinez is visiting NC State on Thursday, his agent Lenny Minaya of @Fdmathletics_ told @LeagueRDY. The 7-foot big man out of the Dominican Republic averaged 4.2PPG, 2.9RPG and

7-Footer Melian Martinez, from Louisiana Tech, could be visiting NC State

NC State head coach Justin Gainey announced the hiring of Ogi Vasiljevic as an assistant coach. This bolsters the Wolfpack staff as Gainey builds his program in his first season at the helm of his alma mater.

NC State basketball names Ogi Vasilijevic as an assistant coach, giving the

DJ Burns was quite the player for NC State, but aside from what he did on the court, Burns became the nation's favorite big man during the 2024 Final Four run in part because he paired his big game with his big personality.

WATCH: DJ Burns launches a new show 'What it's REALLY like

NC State offers 2029 forward Aaron Parker.

NC State Offers Aaron Parker

NC State offers 2028 guard Micah Gunter from Greensboro Day.

NC State Offers Micah Gunter

NBA Draft: Stay or Go Back to College? 🤔

Making decisions for biggest names ahead of deadline 🎥

Former NC State forward Musa Sagnia transfers to Virginia Tech.

Sagnia Transfers to Virginia Tech

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Considering what the ramifications are for 76 teams entering the Big Dance ➡️

2027 SF Thomas Vickery visits NC State, offer still stands.

Vickery Visits NC State

Ok, it's been a while since we've needed a full-on 'portal update' but I think it's time. Since we last checked in, NC State has added its key piece, Paul McNeil Jr. Now that the Pack has seemingly locked in their starting 5, they'll start to build the back end of its roster.

ROSTER / PORTAL UPDATE: How is NC State looking to build the back end of

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NCAA Expansion Official

76-team tournaments for men's and women's college basketball will start next year. New bracket format here 📲

5-star No. 1 prospect CJ Rosser visits NC State.

No. 1 Prospect Visits NC State

UNLV transfer forward on campus at NC State.

Bannarbie Visiting NC State

Former NC State signee Trevon Carter-Givens signs with Creighton.

Carter-Givens Signs with Creighton

New NC State commit, RJ Keene, a transfer from Boise State, is a unique player and someone who Evan Miya called "The best player in college basketball who doesn't score." We dig into who he is and what he'll bring to NC State this coming season.

PACK PRIDE POD: Transfer Commit RJ Keene joins us to talk about being

Will Wade hasn't been asked directly about his NC State exit until now. How hard was it for Will Wade to leave NC State after just one season?https://t.co/c9JLel3odd (Apple)https://t.co/EsZxIkcHSA (Spotify)https://t.co/fJrlprce4Q (YouTube) pic.twitter.com/wuj7Ed3tFE - Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) May 5, 2026

VIDEO: Will Wade speaks on NC State exit: Says fans have great passion

Christian Hammond discusses redshirt year and decision to join NC State.

Hammond on Choosing NC State

We took a look at the roster so far and went position by position on our Podcast, looking at what NC State has and what they need. Here is our segment on Center: At center, NC State is going to roll

Breaking down NC State's Current Roster: Center

Ranking Top-5 CBB Teams 👀

Big moves in the transfer portal so far... 📈

The 'Red Reckoning' didn't really ever end up coming to fruition on the court, but man did it sell tickets.

The numbers are in, NC State Basketball finished Top-10 in attendance last

We took a look at the roster so far and went position by position on our Podcast, looking at what NC State has and what they need. Here is our segment on PF: NC State has added 6'8" power forward Eemeli Yalaho from Washington State (and before that, Texas Tech).

Breaking down NC State's Current Roster: Power Forward

The Will Wade hype campaign was so real last year. When you think back, you remember the big press conference, the 'Red Reckoning' talk, and all of the big-time portal additions we were so excited about.

NC State moves into the preseason Top-40: Already outpacing last

NC State's Copeland and Williams invited to 2026 G-League Combine.

Copeland, Williams Invited

Updated NC State lineup after Paul McNeil Jr. return.

NC State Lineup Update

Watch Paul McNeil Jr's 2025-26 highlight reel after record-setting season.

McNeil Jr Highlight Reel

Kyle Evans discusses his journey and why he chose NC State.

Kyle Evans Q&A

Watch Paul McNeil Jr's 2025-26 highlight reel after record-setting season.

McNeil Jr Highlight Reel

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P2 is BACK!! Paul McNeil is Returning

We got him back!

In a major sigh of relief for Wolfpack Nation, NC State sophomore guard Paul McNeil Jr. has announced his return to Raleigh after briefly entering the transfer portal.

He's BAAACK!!! Paul McNeil Jr. returning to NC State, ready to lead

Zymicah Wilkins explains why he's staying at NC State in new video.

Wilkins Explains Return to NC State

We took a look at the roster so far and went position by position on our Podcast, looking at what NC State has and what they need. Here is our segment on SF: Let's move to small forward. Right now, NC State has the three spot wide open.

Breaking down NC State's Current Roster: Small Forward

Jeff Borzello is reporting that NC State is one of 7 schools that Weber State PG transfer Tijan Saine Jr has heard from. Weber State transfer Tijan Saine Jr. is hearing from Washington, Missouri, NC State, Mississippi State, San Jose State, LSU and Texas State, his agent Scott Nichols of Rize Management told ESPN.

NC State reportedly in the fold for 17ppg Weber State PG Tijan Saine Jr

Check out another amazing film breakdown from Scout Team Sports, this time profiling NC State's latest transfer portal addition, 6'5" scoring combo guard Darius Adams from Maryland. Scout Team Sports takes a deep dive into Adams' freshman tape and explains why Wolfpack fans should be extremely optimistic about

SCOUT TEAM SPORTS: In-depth Breakdown of NC State 6'5 G commit Darius

According to Sam Kayser, Kansas State Transfer Abdi Bashir (6'7"/175) will be having a zoom meeting with NC State today. Kansas State transfer Abdi Bashir will Zoom with NC State today, source told @LeagueRDY. The 6-7 guard met with Kansas last night and has already taken an on-campus visit to St.

REPORT: NC State Holding a Zoom Meeting with Kansas St. Transfer Guard Abdi

We took a look at the roster so far and went position by position on our Podcast, looking at what NC State has and what they need. Here is our segment on SG: Shooting guard, they have Christian Hammond. This is another guy, a 40% 3-point shooter who shot really well from inside the arc.

Breaking down NC State's Current Roster: Shooting Guard

NC State just landed a commitment from 6'5 combo guard, who is transferring from Maryland, Darius Adams. Adams was a highly touted 5-star coming out of HS, who was recruited by, and offered from: UConn (he committed and then decommitted from there), Tennessee (Gainey), NC State (Keatts), Michigan State, Alabama,

VIDEO VAULT: All the highlights of 6'5 G commit Darius Adams

NC State transfer class rises to Top 30 after Darius Adams commitment.

NC State Transfer Class Climbs

NC State has added a significant piece to its backcourt with the commitment of Darius Adams, the 6-foot-5 guard who spent his freshman season at Maryland before entering the transfer portal.

NC State Lands Maryland Transfer Guard Darius Adams: Former 5-star

According to a source, NC State is set to host 6'10 South Dakota State big man, Damon Wilkinson on a visit tomorrow. Wilkinson is currently in Nebraska on a visit, and as long as there is no commitment there, he'll head to Raleigh.

NC State set to host 6'10, 245lb South Dakota State center Damon

We took a look at the roster so far and went position by position on our Podcast, looking at what NC State has and what they need. Here is our segment on PG: Starting with the point guard position, NC

Breaking down NC State's Current Roster: Point Guard

NC State now has 7 players on its 2026-27 roster after Kingston Whitty commitment.

NC State Roster Update

Get Ready for March Madness 🧠

Everything you need to know about this college hoops season

4-star point guard Kingston Whitty commits to NC State as first prep pledge under Justin Gainey.

Whitty Commits to NC State

ESPN just released its Top-100 Transfers list, and two Wolfpack players made the list. First up at #57 is Christian Hammond, the 6-4 guard from Santa Clara. Here is what ESPN had to say...

Two NC State Basketball Commits Make ESPN's Top-100 Transfers List

NC State makes the Final 6 for 2026 4-star forward Givan.

NC State Final 6 for Givan

We go position by position and look at NC State's current portal commits to see what they have and what they still need. Plus a few small updates on Paul McNeil, Darius Adams, and James Scott.

PACK PRIDE POD: A Deeper-Dive into NC State current roster, what it has and

A breakdown of NC State basketball coaching staff salaries under Justin Gainey.

NC State Coaching Salaries Revealed

Travis Barnham, a very connected national analyst for 247 Sports, has logged a prediction that Maryland's Darius Adams will choose NC State. We reported this afternoon that Adams was on campus today, and explained last night how we believed he'd fit with the current roster in our 'roster breakdown'.

National Analyst for 247 drops crystal ball prediction of Maryland's

Former NC State forward Colt Langdon transfers to Marshall with four years of eligibility remaining.

Colt Langdon Transfers to Marshall

Check out another great breakdown from Scout Team Sports, profiling NC State frontcourt commit, 6'8 Eemeli Yolaho from Washington State. The video breaks down why Yolaho will be an elite floor spacer and stretch 4 for NC State.

SCOUT TEAM SPORTS: In-depth Breakdown of what to expect from NC State 6'8

Maryland transfer Darius Adams is on an official visit at NC State.

Darius Adams Visiting NC State

NC State's 5-man transfer class ranks Top 35 nationally as roster continues to build.

NC State Transfer Class Rankings

NC State has reached out to Arkansas State transfer Aly Tounkara, a 7-foot forward with two years remaining.

NC State Targets Aly Tounkara

NC State just landed a commitment from a 6'7 senior you've never heard of. His name is RJ Keene, and he played for Boise State. Some probably saw the news and wondered what we were doing, bringing in a 2 ppg guard with 9 roster spots still open.

Boise State coach heaps on the praise for NC State's new commit

NC State just landed 6'7 Boise State guard, RJ Keene, out of nowhere. Keene wasn't on any big board, and I couldn't even find him on any of the 'portal rankings.' Heck, go to YouTube and see if you can find any film on this kid.

NC State's new commit, RJ Keene, is 'the best player in college

NC State secured a commitment from Boise State transfer RJ Keene II this afternoon. The 6-foot-7, 212-pound guard has one season of eligibility remaining after entering the transfer portal. Go pack #committed #glueguy pic.twitter.com/rWmdd4ZDMn - RJ Keene (@rjkeeneii) April 24, 2026 A native of The Woodlands, Texas,

NC State lands commitment from 6'7 Boise State guard, RJ Keene

There's been a lot going on since the last Portal Update on Tuesday. First off, we have two new commitments since then.

FRIDAY PORTAL UPDATE: A commitment, a BIG visitor coming to town, an old

Check out another great breakdown from Scout Team Sports, profiling NC State frontcourt commit, 6'10 Kyle Evans from UC Irvine. The video breaks down why he's an elite rim protector, focusing on his excellent positioning, discipline, timing, and weak-side instincts that keep him out of foul trouble (only

SCOUT TEAM SPORTS: In-depth Breakdown of NC State 6'10 commit Kyle

Not sure anyone had 6'8 F Eemeli Yalaho on their NC State 'portal watch list' but Gainey and company just landed a commitment from him. NEWS: Washington State transfer forward Eemeli Yalaho has committed to NC State, his agent Teddy Archer told @On3.

NC State lands surprising commitment from 6'8 F Eemeli Yalaho from WSU

With the portal now closed and Zymicah Wilkins' name not in it, the 6'9 redshirt freshman will be back with the Wolfpack next season. Originally, Wilkins signed with Kevin Keatts and was one of the most highly touted recruits he brought in during his tenure.

6'9 Zymicah 'Mikey' Wilkins expected back to NC State,

If you've been following along, this is the guy we've been hoping would enter. NEW: Ole Miss forward James Scott is expected to enter the NCAA transfer portal, @PeteNakos reports.https://t.co/RR569GROeG pic.twitter.com/1kKBwpA2Mk - Transfer Portal (@TransferPortal) April 23, 2026 In the first installment of

6'10 Forward James Scott, from Ole Miss, is entering the portal and NC

Former NC State guard Javi Gonzalez shares his thoughts on Justin Gainey becoming head coach.

Javi Gonzalez on Gainey Hire

NC State has reached out to St. John's transfer Joson Sanon, a 4-star guard drawing major interest.

NC State Targets Joson Sanon

NC State got their guy. This past weekend, NC State hosted a bunch of big men, but there was one they laser-focused on landing. That was the 6'10 center who led the nation in blocks last year, Kyle Evans from UC Irvine.

A Deep Dive into NC State's Newest Commit: 6'10" Center Kyle

NC State will face Tennessee in a neutral-site game next season in a key non-conference matchup.

NC State vs Tennessee Scheduled

Where NC State’s transfer class ranks after adding three 4-star players.

NC State Transfer Class Ranking

Thurl Bailey, Nate McMillan and more headline NC State’s NBA Playoff stat leaders.

NC State NBA Playoff Leaders

The nation’s leading shot blocker Kyle Evans commits to NC State.

NC State Lands Kyle Evans

We wanted to share this great breakdown of NC State's newest PG, Preston Edmead, from Scout Team Sports. Make sure you watch the whole video because there is a ton of great info in there, but if

SCOUT TEAM SPORTS: In-depth Breakdown of NC State commit PG Preston

Dayton transfer De’Shayne Montgomery is on an official visit to NC State.

De’Shayne Montgomery Visiting NC State

USC transfer Gabe Dynes will take an official visit to NC State this week.

Gabe Dynes Visiting NC State

Where NC State’s 2026 transfer class ranks nationally and in the ACC.

NC State Transfer Class Rankings

Ok, a lot has happened since our last update. So before we get into what's coming up, let's get into where we're currently at. - NC State landed a commitment from Santa Clara rising

MONDAY PORTAL UPDATE: Edmead commits, bigs being targeted, is Paul McNeil

FAU transfer Devin Williams is drawing interest from NC State and multiple programs.

NC State Targeting Devin Williams

UC Irvine transfer Kyle Evans, the nation’s leading shot blocker, is visiting NC State.

Kyle Evans Visiting NC State

Texas Tech transfer Luke Bamgboye is set to visit NC State this weekend.

Luke Bamgboye Visiting NC State

Alabama transfer Taylor Bol Bowen is set to visit NC State this weekend.

Taylor Bol Bowen Visiting NC State

Georgetown transfer Malik Mack will visit NC State after a strong college career.

Malik Mack Visiting NC State

7’2” transfer center Anton Bonke will visit NC State after stops at Kansas and Michigan State.

Anton Bonke Visiting NC State

USC transfer Gabe Dynes is drawing interest from NC State and several top programs.

NC State Targeting 7’5” Transfer Gabe Dynes

24 former NC State players have appeared in the NBA Playoffs, with coaches representing in 2026.

NC State in the NBA Playoffs

NC State adds Hofstra transfer Preston Edmead, giving Justin Gainey his second portal pickup.

Preston Edmead Commits to NC State

UC Davis transfer Nils Cooper is drawing interest from NC State after a breakout season.

NC State Targeting Nils Cooper

Hofstra transfer Preston Edmead is on an official visit to NC State after a breakout freshman season.

Preston Edmead Visiting NC State

San Francisco transfer Ryan Beasley is drawing interest from NC State and multiple programs.

NC State Targeting Ryan Beasley

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These programs are dominating the offseason so far

Former NC State forward Cole Cloer is headed to Alabama after entering the portal.

Cole Cloer Transfers to Alabama

Campbell transfer Jeremiah Johnson is drawing interest from NC State and multiple high-major programs.

NC State Targeting Transfer Jeremiah Johnson

Former NC State forward Jerry Deng has found a new home at Memphis.

Jerry Deng Transfers to Memphis

Multiple analysts now project former NC State signee Cole Cloer to land at Alabama.

Cole Cloer Trending Toward Alabama

NC State forward Musa Sagnia becomes the latest player to enter the transfer portal.

Musa Sagnia Enters Transfer Portal

Former NC State guard Terrence Arceneaux has found a new home at George Washington.

Terrence Arceneaux Transfers to George Washington

Utah transfer Jakhi Howard is hearing from NC State as he looks for a fresh start.

NC State Showing Interest in Jakhi Howard

Charlotte transfer center Anton Bonke is lining up multiple visits, including NC State.

Anton Bonke Planning Visit to NC State

Former NC State guard Matt Able trims his list to seven programs as his recruitment heats up.

Matt Able Down to 7 Schools

NC State is set to meet with San Jose State transfer Colby Garland, a 20-point-per-game scorer and All-Mountain West selection.

NC State Meeting with Colby Garland

Charleston Southern transfer Brycen Blaine will visit NC State after a breakout season that included multiple 20-point performances.

Brycen Blaine Visiting NC State

NC State forward Jerry Deng has entered the transfer portal after appearing in eight games this season.

NC State Forward Jerry Deng Enters Transfer Portal

NC State will host Middle Tennessee transfer Torey Alston for an official visit as his recruitment heats up.

Torey Alston Visiting NC State

NC State is among several programs showing interest in Memphis transfer guard Curtis Givens III, a former 4-star recruit.

NC State Targeting Memphis Transfer Curtis Givens III

NC State is among several programs showing interest in Quinnipiac transfer Grant Randall after a strong sophomore season.

NC State Targeting Quinnipiac Transfer Grant Randall

A Rivals analyst has logged a prediction for former NC State signee Cole Cloer to transfer to Virginia following his portal entry.

Cole Cloer Predicted to Transfer to Virginia

NC State has contacted South Carolina transfer EJ Walker, a former top-2 prospect in Kentucky with multiple years of eligibility remaining.

NC State Showing Interest in EJ Walker

NC State is showing interest in Long Beach State transfer Gavin Sykes, a freshman standout and conference Freshman of the Year.

NC State Showing Interest in Gavin Sykes

NC State has met with Boston transfer guard Chance Gladden, a 4-star prospect and Raleigh native coming off a strong freshman season.

NC State Meets with Transfer Guard Chance Gladden

NC State is among several programs showing interest in McNeese transfer guard Tyshawn Archie after his breakout season.

NC State Targeting Transfer Guard Tyshawn Archie

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NC State has reached out to Duquesne transfer guard Jimmie Williams after his All-Atlantic 10 season. Multiple programs are in pursuit.

NC State Reaches Out to Jimmie Williams

NC State is among the schools showing interest in Monmouth transfer Jason Rivera-Torres after his breakout season.

NC State Targeting Monmouth Transfer Jason Rivera-Torres

NC State is set to meet with Horizon League Player of the Year DeSean Goode, one of the top forwards in the transfer portal.

NC State Set to Meet with DeSean Goode

NC State has reached out to FSU transfer guard Martin Sommerville, a former conference freshman of the year with strong scoring ability.

NC State Contacting FSU Transfer Martin Sommerville

NC State's hire of Justin Gainey was met with a lot of excitement from the Wolfpack faithful, but as a first-year coach, there are obviously some questions. The biggst being about what type of system he'll be bringing as a first year head coach.

SYSTEM MAKEOVER: A disciplined Defense (Gainey) paired with a high-octane

Justin Gainey is expected to hire veteran coach Matthew Driscoll to his NC State staff, bringing over 25 years of experience.

Justin Gainey Hiring Matthew Driscoll to NC State Staff

Another name to follow for NC State fans. Grant Randall of Quinnipiac has listed the Wolfpack as one of the schools who have reached out to him.

6'9 Quinnipiac transfer Grant Randall has heard from NC State

The title probably should have read "NC State hosting Santa Clara PG Christian Hammond, who averaged over 15ppg," but then we'd be burying the ironic lead. NC State ran Herb out of town after 10 seasons, half of which ended in NCAA Tournament appearances.

PORTAL VISIT: NC State hosting Herb Sendek's PG Christian Hammond who

NC State guard Alyn Breed has entered the transfer portal after one season with the Wolfpack, marking the seventh departure this offseason.

NC State Guard Alyn Breed Enters Transfer Portal

Justin Gainey is putting together his first coaching staff at NC State, and he's bringing in another well-traveled, experienced assistant to help lead the way. The Wolfpack is finalizing a deal to hire Alvin Brooks III as a full-time assistant coach.

NC State Bringing in Veteran Assistant Alvin Brooks III for Justin

NC State guard Terrence Arceneaux has entered the transfer portal after one season with the Wolfpack following his transfer from Houston.

NC State Guard Terrence Arceneaux Enters Transfer Portal

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