Georgia Tech Defeats Hawaii 73-68 in Diamond Head Classic Semifinal

Freshman Baye Ndongo's standout performance propels Georgia Tech to championship game against Nevada.

Freshman Baye Ndongo led Georgia Tech with a season-best 22 points and 12 rebounds, helping the team secure a 73-68 victory over Hawaii in the Diamond Head Classic semifinal.
Despite a strong comeback from Hawaii, which included a 28-6 run, Georgia Tech managed to maintain their lead and secure the win.
JoVon McClanahan led Hawaii with 19 points and eight assists, while Bernardo da Silva added 17 points.
Georgia Tech will now advance to play Nevada in the championship game, while Hawaii will play TCU for third place.
Georgia Tech capitalized on a 46-28 rebounding edge, scoring 19 second-chance points to Hawaii's 10.