Will Wade Leads McNeese to Historic NCAA Win While NC State Coaching Deal Awaits
McNeese State secured its first NCAA Tournament victory, defeating Clemson 69-67, as reports confirm Will Wade's potential move to NC State post-tournament.
- McNeese State, a 12-seed, achieved its first NCAA Tournament win by upsetting 5-seed Clemson 69-67 in the first round.
- Will Wade, McNeese's head coach, has reportedly agreed to become NC State's next head coach after the tournament concludes.
- Wade has been transparent with his players about his discussions with NC State, a rare approach in college basketball.
- McNeese will face 4-seed Purdue in the second round on March 22, following their historic victory.
- Wade's tenure at McNeese has been marked by success, including back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances despite a controversial past at LSU.
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