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After a Colorado district court extended his eligibility, Ven-Allen Lubin will play his fifth and final college season with the Wolfpack, bringing experience and efficiency to a roster reshaped by new head coach Justin Gainey.
Ven-Allen Lubin is set to don the red and white for one final collegiate campaign, returning to North Carolina State for the 2026‑27 season after a Colorado district court granted him an extra year of eligibility.
After a federal court granted him a fifth year of eligibility, Ven-Allen Lubin is set to anchor the Wolfpack’s frontcourt alongside a mix of newcomers and seasoned teammates.
Coach Justin Gainey’s focus on defense, rebounding and teamwork defines N.C. State’s preparation, as new players join and veterans return for a season that promises tough matchups.
A behind‑the‑scenes look at the Wolfpack’s offseason regimen, featuring standout performances from Paul McNeil Jr., Preston Edmead and Darius Adams.
The open practice gave a snapshot of the team’s chemistry, roster depth and the recovery progress of key players.
An analysis of the latest roster evaluations for new head coaches, highlighting standout transfers, key departures, and the grades that reflect each program’s strategic moves.
North Carolina’s two powerhouse basketball programs will meet on a neutral site in Greensboro on Dec. 15, 2026, in a game designed to boost their NET rankings and mark the first meeting outside the ACC schedule.
A look at how elite and emerging coaches are leveraging the transfer portal to build competitive teams, the successes they’ve achieved, and the hurdles that still loom.
A look at the newest additions to NC State's basketball squad, their projected roles and the competition shaping the team's frontcourt and backcourt.
NC State adds Appalachian State transfer Jacari Brim, boosting depth and experience as the Wolfpack navigate a reshaped roster and scholarship landscape.
With key positions still open, NC State is weighing proven point‑guard options, versatile wings and a much‑needed interior presence as they chase a competitive edge.
Coach Justin Gainey is shaping the Wolfpack’s lineup with high‑character leadership and a focus on shooting, highlighted by the return of Paul McNeil Jr., as the program looks to strengthen its identity under athletics director Boo Corrigan.