ACC Makes History with Duke vs NC State in Elite Eight, NC State's Odds Improve

The ACC has made history with NC State and Clemson advancing to the Elite Eight as longshot teams. NC State's odds to win the national title improved from 200/1 to 40/1. This marks the 6th time since 1979 that multiple 150-1+ longshots have reached the Elite Eight. The ACC now has 3 teams in the Elite Eight, with Duke set to face NC State in the regional final, making it the 12th Elite Eight game between teams from the same conference. The ACC is 11-2 in the tournament, and at least one ACC team is guaranteed in the Final Four.