Will Wade ‘paid’ for misdeeds at LSU. Now, he’s thankful for a 2nd power-conference shot at NC State
- Will Wade expressed gratitude for his new role at N.C. State, aiming to restore the basketball program's success after his dismissal from LSU due to recruitment violations.
- N.C. State announced Wade's hiring following a disappointing 12-19 season and aims for NCAA Tournament participation next year.
- Wade acknowledged the past mistakes that led to his firing, stating, 'I paid for it,' and highlighted his commitment to change and improvement.
- Wade plans a passionate approach without arrogance, asserting, 'This is not a rebuild. We're going to be in the top part of the ACC next year.
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LSU's Kim Mulkey shares a prediction for how Will Wade will fare in tenure at NC State
LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey said at the NCAA Tournament that she thinks former LSU coach Will Wade will succeed in his new job of running the NC State men’s basketball program.

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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Will Wade is promising fast success at N.C. State. He also says he's “thankful” for another shot at a power-conference job after his firing at LSU in 2022 amid allegations of recruiting violations. The Wolfpack held…
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