N.C. State's Heartbreaking Loss to Texas

0:00In Durham, it's March 18th, and here's what is going on. NC State men's basketball team fell short in a heartbreaker, losing 68 to 66 to Texas in the NCAA. Tundra mid-first-four on Tuesday night, March 17th in Dayton, Ohio. The Wolfpack made a late push with key threes from Paul McNeil and a free throw from Trey Holliman, but Texas guard Tremond Mark sealed it with four. Straight buckets, including the game winner, with just 1.1 seconds left. This March Texas' second win over NC State this season, boosting their record to 19 wins and 14 losses as they advanced to face Brigham. Young University on Thursday in Portland, Oregon. NC State's Darian Williams let all scores with 21 points, including the team's first 10. Quater Copeland added 16, while McNeil chipped in 11 and tied the program's single-season three-point record. The Wolfpack's defense shown, holding Texas to low-shooting percentages, no fast-break

1:00points, and just three two-point field goals in the first half. A big improvement from their high-scoring Maui imvitational matchup. Players and fans felt the sting of the close loss, especially with NC State's recent skid of six losses in their last seven games ending the season. At 20 wins and 14 losses. Coach Will Wade voiced frustration over foul calls, as his undersized squad dealt with constant trouble, including multiple players fouling out, or, sitting early, rebounding proved a major weakness with Texas dominating 45 to 33, grabbing 15 offensive boards for 13-second chance. Points. NC State hasn't out rebounded a foe in 12 straight games. Now, the focus shifts for NC State players facing big decisions after March 17th, while Texas gears up for their next challenge in the round of 64. This episode is supported by our sponsor. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly.

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