NC State takes down Virginia Tech for sixth straight win

Wolfpack stays hot, moves within one game of first place in ACC

Feb. 8, 2026 at 1:15pm

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NC State men's basketball team defeated Virginia Tech 82-73 at home, marking the Wolfpack's sixth straight conference win. Senior guard Quadir Copeland recorded a double-double with 21 points and 10 assists, while also tallying 5 steals. Sophomore guard Paul McNeil also scored 21 points for NC State, which is now 18-6 overall and 9-2 in ACC play, just one game behind Duke and Clemson for first place in the conference.

Why it matters

The win extends NC State's hot streak to six straight conference victories, the program's longest such run in 52 years. It also keeps the Wolfpack firmly in the hunt for the ACC regular season title, as they sit just one game behind the current co-leaders.

The details

NC State senior guard Quadir Copeland had a standout performance, recording a double-double with 21 points and 10 assists while also registering 5 steals. Sophomore guard Paul McNeil also scored 21 points for the Wolfpack. Senior guard Tre Holloman tied a season-high with 16 points, and senior forward Ven-Allen Lubin added 11 points and 7 rebounds.

  • NC State improved to 18-6 overall and 9-2 in ACC play with the win on Saturday.

The players

Quadir Copeland

NC State senior guard who recorded a double-double with 21 points and 10 assists, while also tallying 5 steals.

Paul McNeil

NC State sophomore guard who scored 21 points in the win.

Tre Holloman

NC State senior guard who tied a season-high with 16 points.

Ven-Allen Lubin

NC State senior forward who contributed 11 points and 7 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The Wolfpack will look to continue their strong play with a road matchup against No. 24 Louisville on Monday.

The takeaway

NC State's sixth straight conference win keeps them firmly in the hunt for the ACC regular season title, as they sit just one game behind the current co-leaders Duke and Clemson. The Wolfpack's balanced scoring attack and stifling defense have fueled their recent hot streak.