a nice New Year's Day present for NC State

Tracy Smith has entered the game off the bench against San Diego State. He's already got 6 points, as he's getting fed big time down low. He's also passing out of double teams to open spot up shooters or cutters. Just like that State has an offensive identity and go to guy. They certainly have the athletes to freelance and run in transition. Now Smith's return gives them a definitive target and means to execute a half court set. He also gives them energy, leadership, a defensive presence down low, and a technically sound rebounder. CJ Leslie has proven he can rebound but he lacks some bulk and also forgets to box out at times.