NC State travels to Virginia: 3 thoughts, a bold prediction and more

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Jan 6, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett and North Carolina State Wolfpack head coach Kevin Keatts meet before the first half at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-USA TODAY Sports

NC State kicks off a two-game road swing this week at Virginia before traveling to Syracuse on Saturday night. The Wolfpack sit in a two-way tie for third place in the ACC, and the time away from Raleigh will be crucial in the team’s ability to keep pace with the league leaders. Here are three thoughts, a bold prediction and some notes heading into the Cavaliers and Wolfpack matchup, which is scheduled to tipoff at 7 p.m. tonight.