CHARLESTON, S.C. -- -- Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 20 points as No. 16 Virginia Tech used a 23-2 run before halftime to overpower Northeastern 88-60 and advance to the championship of the Charleston Classic on Friday.
The Huskies (2-2) moved in front 24-23 on a three by Donnell Gresham with six minutes left in the half. That's when the Hokies (3-0) took control with its game-breaking run.
By then, Virginia Tech was up 46-24 and cruised into the finals.
The Hokies will face wither No. 23 Purdue or Davidson in Sunday's title game.
Tomas Murphy led Northeastern with 11 points.