NCSU's backcourt is really, really good. State hasn't really played a whole lot of quality opponents, but make no mistake, this is an elite team. Wisconsin has a top 15 defense, and they didn't slow down the trio of Johnson, Bryce, or Dorn; those three combined for 53 points on 21 for 41 shooting.
Auburn will have a big, big advantage in the paint, however. This should be a close game. Being at home, I would slightly favor NC State. But, I could see it going either way.