NC State defeats Ole Miss 76-62

NC State Edges Ole Miss in Home Victory

The Wolfpack hosted Ole Miss on the road, and behind a strong team effort, they secured a 76-62 win over the visiting Rebels.

At halftime, NC State led by a margin of 45-26, setting the tone for the rest of the game. However, Ole Miss made some adjustments to close the gap in the second half, ultimately falling short.

Paul McNeil led the way for NC State with 19 points on 6-12 three-point shooting and 50% field goal efficiency. Quadir Copeland added a well-rounded performance, recording seven assists, 16 points, and nine rebounds.

Ole Miss's Travis Perry scored 21 points but struggled from beyond the arc, making just five of eleven attempts. Malik Dia chipped in with 18 points and 11 rebounds for the Rebels.

NC State dominated the paint, outscoring Ole Miss by 28-22. The Wolfpack also capitalized on fast break opportunities, scoring five points in transition.

The final margin of 14 points proved to be a significant difference-maker in the game. While both teams struggled with turnovers, NC State's better ball management and discipline at key moments helped secure the win.

The game will serve as a test for Ole Miss, who faces a tough non-conference schedule ahead. Meanwhile, NC State will look to build on this momentum heading into their next matchup.

Advanced Team Statistics

NC State's efficient field goal percentage (62.7 eFG%) and free throw rate (23.6 FT Rate) were key contributors to their victory. The Wolfpack also outrebounded Ole Miss 36-30 in the paint, a crucial aspect of their success.

Ole Miss struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 27% on eight made three-pointers. However, they did make up for it with strong free throw shooting, converting 67% of their attempts.

Game Flow and Key Stats

* Largest leads: NC State 28, Ole Miss 3

* Final margin: 14 points

* Halftime lead: NC State led 45-26