NEW YORK – It didn't take long for there to be a new No. 1 in The Associated Press women's basketball poll.With top-ranked South Carolina's loss to No.
8 N.C. State on Thursday night it opened the door for a new choice in the top spot in the poll when it is released Monday. Because it’s early in the season, there are a few teams that have a good shot to ascend to the top, including the Wolfpack.“That was a big win the other night but there's a lot of teams playing well,” N.C.
State coach Wes Moore said. “They don't give out any trophies in December and we need to keep grinding and keep climbing.”The Wolfpack ended the Gamecocks' 29-game winning streak and have the best victory of the season, topping South Carolina on the road.