NC State takes on Notre Dame today at 9pm (streaming on WatchESPN). The Fighting Irish come into this game at 11-3 on the season and 1-0 in the ACC. They have impressive wins over #6 Witchita State, LSU and Georgia Tech. They are ranked 28th in the AP Poll and 28th in the USA Today Coaches Poll. They are also #21 in the College Basketball Power Index.
However, NC State is in a prime position right now. Just last night, news broke that All-American big man and ND’s leading scorer, Bonzie Colson (21 points, 10 rebounds) is out with a broken foot.