Hosted by R. Cory Smith and Michael Clark, the Pack Pride Podcast is the official podcast of Pack Pride. A syndicated partner of 247Sports, Pack Pride is an independent publication that brings you the latest on NC State athletics. You can find us at www.PackPride.com.

After an insane week across the country and the sports world in particular, James Curle and Cory Smith discuss how the week affected NC State athletics. Whether it was the end of the men's and women's basketball seasons or what comes next, James and Cory cover it all!

What was it like being in Greensboro when the ACC Tournament was canceled? Why does the cancelation cripple a special season for both women's basketball and wrestling? How will this affect the baseball team, including players that might not return despite playing 17 games in 2020?

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On Thursday afternoon, the entire 2019-20 season came to an abrupt end as the NCAA announced the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament. Following the ACC Tournament, Cory and Miles take one final look back at the 20-12 campaign for the Wolfpack.

What do we make of the 2019-20 season overall for the Pack? Will seniors return to the team after not playing the conclusion of the year? How much potential does next year's squad have?

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NC State downed Pittsburgh with ease, 73-58, to advance in the ACC Tournament and likely put itself firmly inside the NCAA Tournament bubble. But what would a win over Duke on Thursday provide?

Miles and Cory take a look at what the win over Pitt means for the Pack, Devon Daniels' huge performance, preview the Duke matchup and the strange day across college basketball on the Postgame Podcast.

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NC State basketball finished the regular season firmly on the bubble, but will need another win to feel good about its chances. Miles and Cory take a look at the opener of the ACC tournament for the Wolfpack against Pitt before tipoff in Greensboro.

Just how critical is this game for the Pack's NCAA Tournament chances? Which players need to step up the most to topple Pitt again? How important will it be for State to punch Pitt in the mouth early to conserve energy for a potential run?

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Coming off a monumental weekend for NC State, James and Cory were joined by former Wolfpack running back Nyheim Hines to discuss everything from the WBB and wrestling ACC championships to the start of the ACC Tournament this Wednesday.

Hines also discusses his recruitment at NC State, favorite game with the Wolfpack, relationships with current players, NFL career and life as a Pack fan now that he's no longer with the program.

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Looking to sweep Duke in the season series, NC State got off to a strong start, but fell apart on both ends of the floor late in an 88-69 loss to No. 12 Duke. Cory and Miles take a look back on the loss as well as what State needs to correct against Wake Forest.

How much did the Blue Devils' zone hinder the Wolfpack's offense? What changed on the offensive glass from NC State's last win over Duke? Which players need to step up for the Pack to down Wake on Senior Night?

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NC State needed all 40 minutes to pull out a win over Pitt, but got exactly what it needed to move to 18-11 (9-9 ACC) on the season. Miles and Cory take one final look back at the win for the Wolfpack and preview the Duke matchup.

How special was Manny Bates' performance? What did NC State's ability to finish say about its growth down the stretch? Can the Pack complete the Duke sweep for the first time since 1994-95?

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Tuesday night was yet another deflating loss for NC State against a hapless UNC team by a final of 85-79. The Wolfpack had its chances to run away, but crumbled on the offensive glass and couldn't stage a late comeback to win the game.

Miles and Cory take a look back at the loss, including Markell Johnson's double-double, the domination on the boards and the moments that ultimately led to the loss for the Pack.

We also examine where NC State currently sits on the NCAA Tournament bubble and why the loss to UNC actually doesn't mean anything if State can take care of business at home down the stretch.

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Prior to NC State's latest Play 4 Kay Game against Duke, James and Cory shot a live podcast from Reynolds Coliseum. The guys were joined by former NC State star and WNBA player Kiara Leslie!

Leslie takes a look back at her time in Raleigh, what it was like being a first-round pick and what makes Wes Moore and the current WBB team so successful.

James and Cory also examine the last week for NC State -- including a Top 10 win over Duke -- along with the upcoming game against UNC.

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Despite playing yet another strong first half, NC State couldn't keep up with Florida State in the final 20 minutes to clinch a second straight Top 10 win. Miles and Cory take a look back at the outcome on the Postgame Podcast.

What happened on the boards in the second half? How much did foul trouble for D.J. Funderburk affect the game? Can the Pack fix its rebounding issues before facing UNC on Tuesday?

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Talk about a turnaround! Just three days after a deflating loss to Boston College, NC State trounces Duke at home by a final of 88-66 at home. Miles and Cory take a look back on the victory and what it means moving forward.

Just how good was Markell Johnson for the Pack? What led to State beating Duke on the boards? How critical is this win for the resume -- and what comes next?

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After a rollercoaster week for NC State Athletics, we felt it was necessary to bring on the one person who has been through it all -- NC State legend Dereck Whittenburg!

The former Wolfpack basketball star and current Associate AD discussed his days with the Pack, his current projects as a producer, the current NC State basketball squad and much more from Amedeo's!

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NC State wasn't able to escape Boston College with a win on Sunday despite an improved second half due to miscues down the stretch. Miles and Cory take a look back at the 71-68 loss in Chestnut Hill.

How significant the final call on the late turnover for the Pack's season? What happened to NC State's three-point shooting? Can the Pack repair its resume over the final six games before the ACC Tournament?

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NC State and Syracuse went into Tuesday night needing a win in the Carrier Dome to keep bubble talks alive. After the Wolfpack pulled out the 79-74 win, Miles and Cory broke down the victory on the Postgame Podcast.

How important was the play of Devon Daniels down the stretch? Despite not starting, how crucial was Markell Johnson's performance? What does this win do for the Pack's chances of making the NCAA Tournament?

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NC State put together a big week with crucial wins in men's and women's basketball and wrestling. Former Pack wrestling coach Bob Guzzo joined James Curle from Amedeo's to discuss the program and much more.

What does the UNC win mean for the wrestling squad? What does this week hold for the Pack? Guzzo and Curle take a look at it all!

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