The NC State women's basketball team, a No. 7 seed, will face No. 2 seed Michigan in the NCAA Tournament Round of 32. This matchup in the Fort Worth Region 3 is set for primetime on March 22 at 1 p.m. at the Crisler Center. NC State is making its eighth appearance in this round in the last nine tournaments and seeks to advance to the Sweet 16, a feat achieved in six of the last seven tournaments. Under head coach Wes Moore, the team has consistently performed well in NCAA tournaments, holding a solid historical record.

By the Numbers
  • NC State has a 36-30 overall record in NCAA Tournament games.
  • This is NC State鈥檚 ninth consecutive NCAA Tournament, a school record.
State of Play
  • The Wolfpack finished its regular season 13-5 in the ACC, ranking fourth.
  • NC State has two players on the All-ACC First Team: Khamil Pierre and Zoe Brooks.
  • Michigan enters the game with a 26-6 overall record and a strong season in the Big Ten.
What's Next

The winner of the NC State vs. Michigan matchup will advance to the Sweet 16 in Fort Worth, Texas, scheduled for March 27-30. This could set the stage for NC State to continue its trend of strong tournament performances, with aspirations for a deeper run, including hopes of reaching the Elite Eight or higher.

Bottom Line

As NC State prepares to face Michigan, their historical performance and consistent winning record in the NCAA tournament positions them as formidable contenders. Success against Michigan could solidify their status as a strong team in the 2024 tournament and extend their impressive tournament streak.