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

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Dec 14, 2024; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Dontrez Styles (3) passes the ball to forward Ben Middlebrooks (34) during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

After more than a week off, which provided time for the team to reset, NC State will close its non-conference slate against Rider on Sunday afternoon inside the Lenovo Center. The Wolfpack, which is reeling after a 75-60 loss at No. 10 Kansas, is looking to find the win column again before it enters the heart of ACC play at Virginia on New Year’s Eve. The Broncs, meanwhile, are riding a five-game losing streak as they visit Raleigh for the matinee showdown. Here are three thoughts, a bold prediction and more ahead of NC State and Rider.