NC State vs. Presbyterian: 3 thoughts, a bold prediction and more

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Dec 16, 2023; San Antonio, Texas, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Michael O'Connell (12) dribbles the ball in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at the Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

After a dominant season-opening win over USC Upstate on Monday night, NC State is back in action to close the work week with a Friday night date against Presbyterian at Lenovo Center. The Pack, which has now won 10 of its last 11 games dating back to its magical postseason run to the Final Four last season, is looking to pick up its 15th straight non-conference victory at home under Kevin Keatts. Here are three thoughts, a bold prediction and more ahead of the Blue Hose and Wolfpack.