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Wolfpack's Will Wade: 'We're going to win and we're going to win big at NC State'
Will Wade dismissed LSU return rumors and expressed confidence in NC State's resources and future after a 20-13 season, stressing commitment to long-term program success.
- On Mar 12, 2026, Will Wade, NC State head coach, denied reunion talk after the 81-74 ACC quarterfinal loss to Virginia at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, saying, 'Look, we're going to win and we're going to win big at NC State'.
- LSU's recent loss and internal pressures have intensified coaching speculation, with the Tigers at 15-17 under Matt McMahon and a $15.3 million cost complicating any change.
- Despite a six of seven losing stretch, NC State has a 20-13 record and Wade, in his first season on a $17.25 million six-year contract, has met with administration about next year.
- Asked directly about contact from LSU, Wade replied 'No', distancing himself while LSU administration faces a decision on Matt McMahon coming "sooner rather than later".
- Wade's history and recent success shape how both NC State and LSU view the coaching landscape, as his three NCAA bids at LSU and 58-win run at McNeese influence recruiting and NC State's postseason prospects.
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Wolfpack's Will Wade: 'We're going to win and we're going to win big at NC State'
N.C. State coach Will Wade says he is determined to “win big” with the Wolfpack while shrugging off speculation that he might return to LSU if that job became open.
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NolaNC State coach Will Wade shares his thoughts on speculation tying him to the LSU job
Find out what first-year NC State coach Will Wade said when asked about rumors of a potential return to LSU basketball. Tigers coach Matt McMahon will miss the NCAA Tournament for the fourth straight season.
Will Wade Denies LSU Return Rumors, Commits to NC State Future
Will Wade, the current head coach at NC State and former LSU coach, has publicly dismissed rumors about a potential return to his old position. Following a loss in the ACC Tournament, Wade expressed commitment to NC State, emphasizing his long-term plans and discussions with the administration on improving the program. He reiterated his focus on winning at NC State, distancing himself from speculation and media gossip regarding LSU's coaching si…
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