NC State Mens Basketball Faces Crucial Games to Rebound from Maui SetbacksAfter a promising start, NC States mens basketball team, led by first-year coach Will Wade, suffered a setback during the Southwest Maui Invitational, losing two out of three games and falling out of the top twenty-five rankings. With a 5-2 record, they received only five votes in the latest AP poll. December presents opportunities for the Wolfpack to regain national attention, starting with a significant game against number twenty Auburn in the ACC-SEC challenge. Winning this game, especially in a tough away setting, could help repair damage from Maui losses and count as a Quadrant One win, boosting their season resume. Other important non-conference games include matches against number twenty-one Kansas and Ole Miss. Staying healthy and improving defense are also crucial for NC States success.

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