Finally, even college basketball insider Jon Rothstein admits that the ACC is changing. It’s clear now that strong roster moves can quickly turn struggling teams into serious title contenders. In the past, it was rare to see such major transformations within the ACC.
But this offseason feels different. For the first time in a while, three ACC teams have made huge leaps in just a few months. Even Rothstein, who is normally very vocal about the ACC’s shortcomings, is taking notice. That says a lot about how quickly things are shifting in the conference.
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Recently, standout Darrion Williams from Texas Tech officially committed to NC State for the 2025-26 season. Standing 6’6″, Williams was one of the top players in the transfer portal, ranked No. 6 by 247Sports. His decision is a big win not just for NC State’s head coach, Will Wade, but also for the entire ACC conference.
Adding a player like Williams raises the competition level in the ACC. He brings energy to every game and could be a key player as NC State aims for an NCAA Tournament spot. Even Jon Rothstein, a well-known college basketball analyst who rarely praises the ACC, noticed this change.
On Twitter, Rothstein wrote, “Three programs who hired new head coaches after last season — NC State, Miami, and Virginia — have all drastically improved their rosters. The ACC is getting better.”
Three programs who hired new head coaches after last season — NC State, Miami, and Virginia — have all drastically improved their rosters.
The ACC is getting better. https://t.co/VBsmsky3d0
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) May 22, 2025
That single post sparked plenty of conversation. Fans and analysts alike started paying more attention to what’s happening in the ACC. It is evident that the three programs mentioned are making significant changes, which could potentially reshape the entire conference.
Under new coach Will Wade, NC State has been very active in the transfer portal. Besides Williams, the Wolfpack has added six other important players.
Miami has also made big moves by adding Trey Donaldson, True Washington, Ernest Dudey, and Malik Renforth. These additions give Miami a strong chance to bounce back from last season and compete hard in the ACC.
Virginia, now coached by Ryan Odom, has also seen significant changes since Tony Bennett left. Odom, known for his offense-focused style, has brought in several transfers to rebuild the team.
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However, in the broader discussion, some fans were genuinely shocked that the CBB insider finally—yes, finally—said something positive about the ACC, which added a touch of humor to the conversation.
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