NC State’s five ACC losses have been by a combined 29 points, and that includes a 18-point loss to Wake Forest.
NC State was strong on effort, but low on offensive skill Saturday, which has become a familiar refrain of late.
NC State has experience with tough times during a basketball season, which will be needed after losing 65-62 to Cal.
NC State coach Kevin Keatts has had many press conferences over the years knowing his offense had produced points.
California is off to a 8-9 start and 1-5 in the ACC under second-year coach Mark Madsen.
