Wolfpack's Recruitment of Unique Duo Takes New Turn

With universities around the country getting back into sessions, both football programs and basketball programs have begun preparing for the next steps of the recruiting process. The fall is typically a crucial season for official visits.

NC State men's basketball began the recruitment of several key members of the 2026 class during the spring and summer months, but began escalating those recruiting talks in July and August.

Two exciting recruits for the Wolfpack are actually twin forwards, Gavin and Gallagher Placide. Originally scheduled to visit late in September, the duo will now come to Raleigh to check out Will Wade's program at the end of the week, according to a report from 247Sports.

Who are the Placides?

Gavin Placide is a 6-foot-10, 225-pound forward who is part of the Class of 2026 along with his twin brother. Gavin ranks No. 45 in the 247Sports Composite standings and as the No. 5 player in the state of Texas.

The other member of the twins, Gallagher, is slightly smaller at 6-foot-9 and 215 pounds. Gallagher is ranked No. 127 nationally and is the No. 9 recruit out of Texas, just a few spots behind his brother.

The twins will seemingly commit as a package deal, with one not wanting to commit anywhere without the other. They plan on making all the same visits together as well.