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Cozell McQueen: Wolfpack Legend Remembered | College Basketball News
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NC State lost a basketball legend this week — Cozell McQueen, 64, whose towering presence and clutch play helped lead the Wolfpack to the 1983 NCAA title. A dominant force on the court at 6’11”, McQueen made an immediate impact as a freshman under Jim Valvano, averaging over five rebounds and becoming a cornerstone of that championship team. His iconic leap to the top of the backboard after the win remains one of the most unforgettable moments in Wolfpack history. After a courageous battle with a brain tumor last year, he recovered — but his family has not yet shared the cause of his passing. Inducted into the NC State Hall of Fame in 2019 alongside his ’83 teammates, McQueen’s legacy will forever soar high in Wolfpack lore.
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