Furman is not the same caliber team it has been in recent years, but the Paladins still have two fifth-year seniors in guard Mike Bothwell and forward Jalen Slawson. A trait that has stuck with Furman over the years is its ability to play to the level of Power Five competition. Last year, the Paladins defeated Louisville and lost by just three to Mississippi State. They’ll continue to play within the number and keep it close on the road Tuesday at N.C. State.