Watch: NC State vs. Syracuse Full Game Replay | 2024-25 ACC Men's Basketball

The Orange defended their home court and defeated the Wolfpack, 74-60. Syracuse led by as many as 19, their largest lead in ACC play this season. 'Cuse pounded the ball down low, outscoring NC State 46-22 in points in the paint. JJ Starling led the Orange with 17 points, four rebounds, and four assists. Eddie Lampkin recorded a double-double with 14 points and 15 rebounds. Jyare Davis added 15 points and seven rebounds. NC State's Dontrez Styles scored all of his team-leading 17 points in the second half, going 6-14 from the floor including 4-10 on three-pointers.