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NC State Coach Will Wade Dismisses LSU Rumors, Commits

3/13/2026

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Will Wade, NC State's basketball coach, dismissed rumors of returning to LSU.
Wade stated, 'We're going to win big at NC State,' signaling his commitment to NC State.
The Wolfpack finished 20-13.
Wade signed a six-year contract with NC State, including a $5 million buyout if he leaves before April 2024, with the aim to build a competitive ACC program.

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Will Wade, NC State's basketball coach, dismissed rumors of returning to LSU.
Wade stated, 'We're going to win big at NC State,' signaling his commitment to NC State.
The Wolfpack finished 20-13.
Wade signed a six-year contract with NC State, including a $5 million buyout if he leaves before April 2024, with the aim to build a competitive ACC program.