Was NC State's Win Over UNC A Statement Win? + What Grade Would You Give NIL And The Transfer Portal?

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss NC State’s dominant win over UNC, the significance of it as a potential statement game and the broader trends in college sports, including the transfer portal and NIL.

The NC State Wolfpack men's basketball defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball 82-58 last night in a dominant rivalry matchup in Raleigh. UNC struggled offensively throughout the night, shooting just over 31% from the field and 15% from three-point range and was without key players due to injury (Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar). The victory served as a major win for NC State as they continue to build momentum late in the season. Was NC State’s win last night a statement win or just one great night?

The transfer portal, NIL and other evolving aspects of college sports will always be hot topics for debate and discussion. Based on the current state of college athletics, how would you grade the impact of NIL so far? Has it truly leveled the playing field for student-athletes, or has it created more challenges for programs trying to maintain balance and competitive integrity?