There’s just something about being the underdog that NC State seems to enjoy. The Wolfpack finished 10th in the ACC regular season last year before it ripped off five straight wins in as many days to claim its first conference tournament title in 37 years. And even though NC State is the reigning ACC Champion, Kevin Keatts’ squad will have a chip to wear on its shoulder this season. The Pack was picked to finish _ in the ACC preseason poll, the league released Tuesday afternoon. NC State boasts five returning players and eight newcomers on the 2024-25 roster. Graduate guard Michael O’Connell i…