N.C. Wesleyan delivered a dominant performance on January 23, rolling past Mary Baldwin 88–63 at Everett Gymnasium in USA South Conference play. The Bishops set the tone early and never looked back, jumping out to a commanding 45–25 halftime lead behind efficient shooting and aggressive play on both ends of the floor. Wesleyan shot an impressive 57.1 percent from the field and controlled the paint throughout the afternoon, finishing with 56 points inside and 25 fast-break points. The Bishops also capitalized on turnovers, scoring 23 points off miscues, while using depth and ball movement to maintain steady pressure for all 40 minutes.

Offensively, N.C. Wesleyan was led by a balanced scoring effort as multiple players reached double figures. Nasir Johnson finished with 20 points on 9-of-14 shooting, adding five rebounds and providing steady leadership throughout the contest. Justin Burden matched him with 20 points and nine rebounds, consistently finishing strong around the basket and contributing on the glass. Rashod Smith added 14 points and a team-high 11 assists, orchestrating the offense and creating opportunities for his teammates. Markquan Gilbert chipped in 13 points off the bench, while Omari Bolden and Josh Laney each added five points as part of a deep rotation. With efficient offense, strong rebounding, and consistent defensive pressure, the Bishops secured a convincing home conference win and continued their strong run in USA South play.