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North Carolina State Wolfpack vs Pittsburgh Panthers Wrap - North Carolina State Wins 74-73
North Carolina State got 17 points from Jericole Hellems en route to a 74-73 victory over Pittsburgh on Wednesday at Petersen Events Center.
North Carolina State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +4.5-point spread as underdogs.
North Carolina State got 16 points from D.J. Funderburk and another 12 points from Braxton Beverly. Cam Hayes contributed 9 assists, while D.J. Funderburk cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Pittsburgh got a 18-point performance from Justin Champagnie, who was supported by 17 points from Au'Diese Toney. Ithiel Horton had 5 assists in a losing cause for Pittsburgh, while Justin Champagnie grabbed 10 rebounds.
Pittsburgh had a 26-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
North Carolina State heads into a battle against Wake Forest. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, will have their next action against Florida State.