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Neoklis Avdalas Scores 33 as Virginia Tech Outlasts Providence 107-101 in OT

A fast start in overtime capped a game of swings at the Hall of Fame Tip-Off.

Overview

  • The Hokies moved to 2-0 with the neutral-site win in Uncasville, Connecticut, controlling overtime after an 8-2 start.
  • Freshman Neoklis Avdalas shot 13-for-23 and 5-for-8 from three, finishing with 33 points, five rebounds, and six assists.
  • Amani Hansberry tied the game 86-86 with five seconds left in regulation, then hit a key three-pointer in overtime.
  • Virginia Tech erased an eight-point second-half deficit with a 9-0 run to take a 56-54 lead.
  • Providence fell to 1-1 despite 28 points from Jayson Edwards, 26 from Jaylin Sellers, and 17 from Stefan Vaaks, as Oswin Erhunmwunse added 11 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocks.