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NC State rallies past Mississippi State in exhibition game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 1:58 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

NC State rallies past Mississippi State in exhibition game
Summary

NC State staged a comeback to defeat Mississippi State 77-73 in an exhibition game held on October 18, 2026. Mississippi State led 71-65 with 2:50 left before the Wolfpack finished the game on an 11-2 run. Preston Edmead led NC State with 16 points, while Darius Adams contributed 14 points, six rebounds, and five assists. The Wolfpack struggled with points in the paint and rebounding compared to Mississippi State but executed well in the final moments. Both teams will now focus on improving ahead of the upcoming season.

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  • •NC State finishes 11-2 run to secure win.
  • •Preston Edmead scores 16 points for NC State.
  • •Darius Adams contributes 14 points and five assists.
  • •Mississippi State dominated points in the paint, 36-18.
  • •Game played in preparation for the upcoming season.
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  • 1:58 AMYahoo Sports — Exhibition #2: NC State 77 – Mississippi State 73
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I would love to be in the room when the staff reviews the game film with the team. There were some good things to appreaciate and applaud, but as coach said in the presser, “this is by no means a finished product.” They have a lot to discuss. Mississippi State played without leading scorer Josh […]

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