While Tatum’s shooting percentages are down, his 27.4 points per game would be the second-highest of his career over a full season. His 9.2 rebounds and 5.5 assists would set new highs.

UNC opened up a double-digit lead against Wake Forest in the first quarter and cruised to a 76-51 win Thursday night.

The NC State basketball staff landed in the top five for heralded forward Joshua Lewis but fell short of a commitment in the end.