FARMVILLE, Va. (Interstat) — Longwood cruised to a 91-56 victory over Gardner-Webb in a men’s NCAA Division I basketball game Wednesday night at Willet Hall.

The Lancers never trailed, building a 42-24 halftime lead behind efficient shooting and a stifling defense. Longwood shot 55.4% from the floor and forced 21 turnovers, converting them into easy transition opportunities. Elijah Tucker led all scorers with 21 points for Longwood, while Jacoi Hutchinson added a double-double with 14 points and 10 assists.

Gardner-Webb struggled offensively, shooting 38.6% and committing more turnovers than assists. DJ Jefferson led the Runnin’ Bulldogs with 10 points. Longwood improved to 11-10 overall, while Gardner-Webb fell to 2-19. An announced crowd of 1,315 attended the Big South Conference game.