NC State Basketball Confirms Addition of 'Nightmare Matchup' to Roster
In this story:
First-year NC State basketball head coach Will Wade's top offseason prize is now officially on board with the 2025-26 Wolfpack, the program announced following Darrion Williams' announced pledge last week.
ALSO READ: Red-Hot NC State Staff No Longer Chasing Top PG in Portal
Williams is a 6-foot-6, 225-pound five-star transfer forward who stacks up at No. 6 overall in the portal, per 247Sports. He starred for two years at Texas Tech, averaging 15.1 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season as a junior, after emerging as a starter in his freshman campaign at Nevada.
SIGNED: Welcome to the Pack, @OfficialDW03! 🐺 pic.twitter.com/yAqi0yxacI
— NC State Men's Basketball (@PackMensBball) May 23, 2025
"He's a nightmare matchup for opponents," Wade said after securing Williams' signature, "and he can take advantage of whatever a defense might throw at him. He's got incredible strength for a wing player but also is an extremely intelligent basketball player. He plays the game at a high level both offensively and defensively...
"We're getting a hardworking veteran player who has played in numerous big games during his career. He will be a great addition to our locker room and fantastic leader for his teammates."
The 2025-26 NC State basketball roster consists of seven transfer additions, four incoming freshmen from the recruiting trail, and two returning Wolfpack players.
Stay tuned to NC State Wolfpack On SI for more NC State basketball news.
Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of NC State Wolfpack on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining NC State Wolfpack on SI in 2024, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.
Follow MattGilesBD