Staunton, Virginia - N.C. Wesleyan battled through a close and competitive matchup to secure a 77–74 road win at Mary Baldwin on January 6, using balanced scoring, timely offense, and consistent effort to come out on top in a game decided in the final minutes. The Bishops carried a narrow 44–43 lead into halftime and continued to trade baskets in a back-and-forth second half where every possession mattered. Wesleyan shot a strong 48.4 percent from the field and knocked down 90.9 percent of its free throws, making key shots down the stretch while attacking the paint and moving the ball effectively. The Bishops generated offense in multiple ways, finishing with 38 points in the paint, 18 fast-break points, and 14 points off turnovers, reflecting a well-rounded attack in a hostile road environment.

Leading the way for Wesleyan was Nasir Johnson, who delivered a team-high 22 points on 11-of-18 shooting, giving the Bishops efficient scoring and leadership throughout all 37 minutes. Rashod Smith added 21 points, including three three-pointers and several timely baskets, while Justin Burden contributed 10 points and nine rebounds, anchoring Wesleyan's presence on both ends of the floor. Deejayy Cox provided energy with seven points and four rebounds, helping spark transition opportunities, and Markquan Gilbert chipped in six points as part of the rotation that sustained Wesleyan's effort. In a game marked by lead changes, disciplined defense, and strong execution late, the Bishops showed resilience and poise to close out a hard-fought 77–74 USA South win on the road.