RALEIGH, N.C. (Interstat) — North Carolina State delivered a commanding performance Wednesday night, routing Liberty 85-45 at Lenovo Center.

The Wolfpack seized control early, building a 45-19 halftime lead behind efficient shooting and stifling defense. Liberty never recovered, shooting just 35.3% from the field and a dismal 30% from the free-throw line. North Carolina State, by contrast, connected on 51.7% of its shots and forced 16 turnovers.

Ven-Allen Lubin and Matt Able each scored 13 points for the Wolfpack. Quadir Copeland added 11 points and seven assists. JJ Harper and Brett Decker each had 12 points for the Flames.

The victory improved North Carolina State to 7-3, while Liberty fell to 6-3.