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Seton Hall Stuns No. 23 NC State in Maui
25 Nov, 2025
Summary
- A.J. Staton-McCray fueled Seton Hall with 22 points.
- Seton Hall maintained a lead for most of the game.
- The Pirates secured a spot in the Maui Invitational semifinals.
Seton Hall delivered a dominant performance, defeating No. 23 North Carolina State 85-74 in a Maui Invitational quarterfinal matchup on Monday. The Pirates led for nearly the entire game, building as much as an 18-point advantage. A.J. Staton-McCray was the standout player, scoring 22 points and contributing significantly on the boards.
The Pirates' offense proved effective, shooting over 51% from the field and converting 83% of their free throws. Key contributions also came from Mike Williams with 14 points, and Elijah Fisher and Adam Clark, who each added 13. Seton Hall's defense was equally impressive, recording nine blocks and forcing turnovers that led to 19 points, including a significant fast-break advantage.
This victory extends Seton Hall's undefeated streak to 6-0, their best season start since 2014. They now advance to the Maui Invitational semifinals to face the winner of Southern Cal and Boise State, while NC State will play in a consolation game. The Pirates demonstrated resilience, particularly after opening the second half with a decisive run.
