N.C. State traveled to Boston College looking to stretch its winning streak to six games, and more importantly improve to 2-0 in ACC play. The Eagles have a history of playing the Wolfpack close, as the two teams have played in overtime in two out of the 11 match-ups. However, despite a valiant effort with four players in double figures, led by senior forward Tracy Smith, the Pack came up short 75-66 in Chestnut Hill.

The Wolfpack had trouble containing BC’s Reggie Jackson the entire game; as the Eagles pulled away to an early 11-point lead. However, the Pack remained hard-nosed and started feeling it from inside as senior forward Tracy Smith scored eight points to finish the half after starting the game 0 for 4 from the field.

Poor shooting was the story early for the Pack, as they shot only 36 percent and just 14 percent from three-point range in the first half. Nevertheless, State brought the game within two points to finish the half down only 28-26.

The Pack started the second half strong as it traded leads with the Eagles for the majority of the half. But with State up 56-53 with 5 minutes remaining, Jackson, who finished with 29 points, six assists, and five rebounds, once again took over the game.

State hung around for much of the second half, never trailing by more than six, but failed to regain the lead after a 9-0 Boston College run with 2:19 remaining. Despite the loss, the Pack out shot Boston College, but BC’s deft three point shooting and aggressiveness on the boards proved to be the difference in the game.

The loss was just the fifth of the season and snaps a five game win streak dating back to Dec. 22. The Wolfpack are now 11-5 overall and 1-1 in conference play. State travels to Tallahassee to take on Florida State Saturday at 4 p.m.