In a thrilling matchup, North Carolina State's women's basketball team secured a spot in the Elite Eight by defeating Stanford with a final score of 77-67. The game showcased a remarkable performance by Aziaha James, who led the Wolfpack with 29 points. The third-seeded N.C. State team outscored the No. 2 Cardinal 28-10 in a dominant third quarter display.
Saniya Rivers contributed 13 points and seven rebounds to the Wolfpack's victory, propelling them to their third Elite Eight appearance overall and the second in the last three years. The team's resilience and strategic play in the second half proved crucial in overcoming Stanford's early lead.
