NC State's Ven-Allen Lubin granted additional year of eligibility
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 11:26 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Ven-Allen Lubin has received a fifth year of eligibility, enhancing NC State's frontcourt depth for the upcoming season. Justin Gainey, in his first year as head coach, benefits from Lubin's experience after the player averaged 13.6 points and 7.1 rebounds last season. His return may alter pre-season rankings for the Wolfpack, which are still being finalized as they prepare for the 2026-27 season.
- •Lubin averaged 13.6 points and 7.1 rebounds last season.
- •His return follows a judge's ruling granting him another year.
- •NC State's frontcourt depth improves significantly with Lubin.
- •Justin Gainey begins his tenure as head coach.
- •Changes may impact NC State's pre-season rankings.
- 11:26 AMYahoo Sports — A Major Development For NC State
"Ven-Allen Lubin changes things for Justin Gainey’s debut season with the Wolfpack
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