RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) Engin Atsur scored 18 points and Jordan Collins scored 14 to lift North Carolina State past Virginia Tech 74-to-54 in Raleigh.<br>
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Collins also made a career-high three 3-pointers for the Wolfpack (16-11, 6-8 Atlantic Coast Conference).<br>
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Julius Hodge had only eight points, about ten below his average. He was 2-of-8 from the field including three missed layups and again had troubles at the free throw line, making only 4-of-8.<br>
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Hodge did set the tone on defense with eight rebounds and five assists.<br>
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Zabian Dowdell had 12 points for Virginia Tech.<br>
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The Hokies (14-11, 7-7) could solidify their resume for an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament with victories over Clemson and Maryland.
