The NC State women's basketball team secured a convincing 76-61 victory over Tennessee in the NCAA Tournament Round of 64, marking their second win over the Volunteers this season. This win improves NC State's record in first-round games to 14-8 and extends their success to eight wins in the last nine Round of 64 appearances. The Wolfpack now holds an overall season record of 21-10, while Tennessee finishes at 16-14. Key players included Zamareya Jones, who scored a career-high 30 points, and Khamil Pierre, who notched a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds.

By the Numbers
  • NC State shot 71% in the first quarter and made 21 of 25 free throws (84%).
  • Zamareya Jones was fouled 12 times and made 10 of 13 from the free-throw line.
State of Play
  • NC State led by as many as 15 points early in the game.
  • Tennessee attempted a comeback, closing the gap to two points in the third quarter but could not sustain the momentum.
What's Next

Looking ahead, NC State aims to maintain their momentum as they advance in the NCAA Tournament, potentially facing higher seeds in more challenging matchups.

Bottom Line

NC State continues to demonstrate its prowess in tournament play, showcasing depth and resilience in critical moments, which will be crucial as they move deeper into the NCAA Tournament.