North Dakota State wins a close one over North Carolina Central thanks to 23 points from Tyson Ward. North Dakota State led by 6 points at the half but NC Central was able to erase the deficit and even had a small lead with just a few minutes to go in the ball game. A clutch three pointer from ND State and 5 points from Ward in the final 90 seconds sealed the victory. ND State earned a #16 seed to play Duke in the Round of 64,