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Well, folks, if you missed NC State women’s basketball’s showdown against SMU on Sunday, you missed a total clinic! The Pack absolutely steamrolled the Mustangs 91-54, putting on a show at Reynolds Coliseum that had everything a fan could want. This wasn’t just a win; it was a statement about what this team can do when everyone’s firing on all cylinders.

Qadence Samuels: Unleashed and Unstoppable!

Let’s kick things off with Qadence Samuels because, wow, what a game! She wasn’t just good; she was unleashed. Qadence led the Pack with a career-high 16 points on incredibly efficient 7-for-10 shooting. Seriously, every shot looked smooth. But it wasn’t just the points; her insane +37 plus/minus for the game tells you everything. When she was on the floor, the Pack was simply unstoppable. This felt like a true breakout game, showing she’s ready to take her game to the next level.

Zam Jones: Back and Better Than Ever!

And guess who was back in action? Zamareya Jones! After dealing with that ankle injury, there were definitely some questions, but Zam erased all doubts. She dropped 15 points on super-efficient 5-for-8 shooting, hitting all three of her free throws. More importantly, she looked completely fluid, driving to the basket, knocking down shots, and showing absolutely no lingering side effects from that ankle. Her return is a massive boost, and she didn’t miss a beat.

The Twin Towers: Pierre and Trygger Dominate the Paint

When you talk about controlling the paint, you’re talking about State’s “Twin Towers” – Khamil Pierre and Tilda Trygger. These two are just a nightmare for opponents. Both walked away with double-doubles: Pierre had 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Trygger chipped in 13 points and 10 boards on a perfect 5-for-5 shooting! They just own the glass, finishing inside, and making NC State a real ACC force down low. Good luck trying to get a rebound against those two!

Adelaide Jernigan: Emerging from the Bench

But wait, there’s more! While the starters were shining, the bench continued to show its incredible depth. Freshman Adelaide Jernigan quietly had a fantastic outing, putting up 9 points on an efficient 4-for-6 shooting in just 11 minutes. She looked composed, hit big shots, and seamlessly fit into the flow of the game. Her emergence adds another dynamic scoring threat and shows the future is bright.

Chemistry: The Pack Just Clicks!

Beyond the individual brilliance, what really stood out was the overall team chemistry. You can just feel it with this group. You could see it on the sidelines. Everyone looked happy, playing for each other, making the extra pass, and celebrating each other’s success. Whether it was the starters building an early lead or the bench pouring in 33 points to keep the foot on the gas, this team looked completely cohesive. That kind of camaraderie is infectious and makes them incredibly fun to watch.

This wasn’t just a blowout win; it was a demonstration of NC State’s talent, depth, and undeniable team chemistry. The Pack is humming, and the ACC should take note!