The Wolfpacker: An Independent Magazine Covering NC State Sports
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BASKETBALL PREVIEW 2016-17 ■ Ted Kapita 23 • PF Fr. • Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo • 6-8 • 219 Analysis: Kapita is one of three rookie post players on the roster that were signed in the spring. He originally inked with Arkansas in 2015, but after a year of prep school at DME Academy in Daytona Beach, Fla., he committed to SMU before switching his pledge to NC State. He is reputed to be an active presence around the rim and has been complimented for playing with a high level of energy. Reportedly has a seven-foot, three-inch wingspan. Career Highlights: Was ranked by Rivals.com as the No. 53 recruit in the 2015 class … Also rated No. 56 in the class by 247 Sports and No. 71 by ESPN … Averaged 12 points and seven rebounds a game last season for DME Academy, shooting 60 percent from the field, 50 percent on threes and 83 percent at the line. Coach's Corner: "Ted is a versatile and athletic addition who plays with a high motor, is a relentless defender and can rebound." — Mark Gottfried Ten Questions With Ted Kapita What is your hidden talent? I can play soccer. What sports icon would you like to have dinner with? Kawhi Leonard of the San Antonio Spurs. If you weren't wearing No. 23, what number would you want? 1. What's your dream car? Lamborghini. Who is the best dunker on the team? Me. What's your favorite city you have ever visited? Barcelona. Down one in the national title game with one second left and two free throws, who on the team do you want taking the shots? Terry Henderson. How would you describe your personality in one word? Relentless. What is your favorite season of the year? Spring. Beach or mountain for a vacation? Both. PHOTO BY KEN MARTIN 70 ■ THE WOLFPACKER