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New-look NC State runs away from NC Central early for first win in Will Wade era

Darrion Williams led seven NC State players in double-digit scoring with 19 points and the Wolpack beat NC Central 114-66 in a season-opening contest

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Puts up 16 points in win McNeil provided 16 points (5-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 27 minutes during Monday's 114-66 win over North Carolina Central.

Impact Even though seven NC State players scored in double digits in this dominant win, McNeil was one of two -- alongside Darrion Williams -- who surpassed the 15-point plateau. McNeil didn't do much outside of scoring, but he should continue to have a big role in the rotation as long as he continues to find a way to score the rock consistently.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

These teams that failed to make the 2025 NCAA Tournament could be dangerous this season

One way to rebuild a team that failed to make the NCAA Tournament is to add a bunch of transfers with March Madness experience at their former schools

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Paul McNeil Ready To Take Big Leap For Wolfpack The sophomore guard was one of the only returners for NC State after Will Wade took over the program.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • SI.COM

Moving back to bench McNeil is not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Pittsburgh, R. Cory Smith of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact McNeil had started in each of his previous three games, but he'll return to a bench role for this one. He's averaging 2.9 points, 1.1 rebounds and 0.7 assists per game when coming off the bench this season.

MARCH 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Draws start Saturday McNeil will get the start against Wake Forest on Saturday.

Impact McNeil will get the first start of his career in place of Marcus Hill. The freshman averages 2.9 points and 1.1 rebounds across 5.9 minutes as a seldom-used role player, but he'll see his role expand in a Saturday start.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE