š„ ACC Power Shift Alert: VenāAllen Lubin Bolts UNC for Rival NCāÆState in Portal Shockwave
In a blockbuster move that has rocked the Triangle, 6’8″ forward VenāAllen Lubin has officially decommitted from North Carolina and committed to NCāÆState, setting off a recruiting earthquake. Originally a stalwart for the Tar Heels, Lubinās decision to head just down Iā40 to Raleigh is reshaping not just roster lines but regional power dynamics .
Seasoned ACC Contributor: A veteran of 37 games and 20 starts for UNC, Lubin averaged 8.7 points and 5.5 rebounds, showcasing strong inside play and measured efficiency (68.4āÆFG%) . Earlier stops at Notre Dame and Vanderbilt add veteran savvy to his NCāÆState resume.
Instant Impact for Wolfpack: Under new coach Will Wade, NCāÆState has aggressively rebuilt via the portal, and Lubin is the jewel in their crown . His presence provides a reliable frontcourt scoring threat and experience important in Wadeās vision for quick turnaround success.
ACC Rivalry Intensified: Lubinās move isnāt just roster deepeningāitās symbolic. Historically, moves directly from UNC to NCāÆState are nearly unheard of, and this transfer gives State a psychological edge in the ACC hierarchy . UNC fans are furious, viewing it as a betrayal of tradition, while State supporters see it as validation of Wadeās rising star.
Whatās Next: Lubin officially signed with NCāÆState on June 2. Expectations for Wade’s debut seasonāloaded with portal talentāare soaring. UNC now faces pressure to regroup after losing a key contributor to a rival, while State fans dream loudly of displacing Carolina atop the Triangle pecking order.
This transfer isnāt just a stat lineāitās a seismic shake in college basketball geography. Eyes on Raleigh: can VenāAllen Lubin help Will Wadeās Wolfpack break through and rewrite ACC power charts?
