Louisville vs. NC State game thread / Saturday open thread

This is a big one, y'all. Time to take the next step, and there's been no better opportunity for Dave Doeren's team to get a head start on league play. There's no shame in losing this game, but if State is going to be a factor in the Atlantic, it has to start here.

How to watch/follow Louisville vs. NC State

Kickoff: 12:30 p.m. ET

TV: ACC Network (ACCN affiliate listing)

Online streaming: ESPN3

Announcers: Tim Brant, Dave Archer, Roddy Jones (h/t to @SandlapperSpike)

Radio coverage: Wolfpack Sports Network / 101.5 FM in Raleigh (full list of affiliates here)

Odds: NC State -4

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