Staunton, VA - The N.C. Wesleyan men's basketball team continued its winning streak with an impressive 85-76 road victory over Mary Baldwin on Saturday, marking its third consecutive conference win. The Bishops showcased a balanced offensive attack, with four players scoring in double figures.

The Basics:
Score: N.C. Wesleyan 85, Mary Baldwin 76
Location/Venue: Staunton, VA / Physical Activities Center
Records: N.C. Wesleyan (10-8, 4-3 USA South), Mary Baldwin (10-7, 5-2 USA South)

Khalid Chavis-Hinds led the charge, delivering a dominant 22-point performance. Chavis-Hinds connected on seven field goals, including two three-pointers, and was clutch at the free-throw line, sinking six shots. Inside the paint, Ky'ron Kelly was unstoppable, recording a double-double with sixteen points and twelve rebounds while shooting an efficient 7-for-9 from the field.

Markquan Gilbert added thirteen points and seven rebounds, while James Jones chipped in eleven points and four boards, rounding out a strong offensive outing for the Bishops.

Offensively, Wesleyan turned in one of the best shooting performances of the season, hitting 56% of its shots from the field and converting twenty free throws. The Bishops dominated the paint, scoring 44 points inside and outmatching the Squirrels with the inside presence of Kelly, Gilbert, and Chavis-Hinds.

Defensively, NCWU held Mary Baldwin to just 33% shooting from beyond the arc and forced eight turnovers, which were converted into twelve points.

Up Next:

Men's basketball travels to Methodist Wednesday night at 7:30 PM for a conference clash with the Monarchs.