 On March 11, 2012, the NC State Wolfpack men's basketball team received an 11th seed in the NCAA Tournament.Because his team was selected into the tournament, Gottfried received a two-year extension on his contract through April 4, 2018.On March 18, 2012, Gottfried's 11th-seeded Wolfpack team defeated the 3rd-seeded Georgetown Hoyas in the 3rd round of the NCAA Tournament, earning a Sweet 16 berth.