Virginia Tech Holds Off California Rally for Narrow ACC Road Win

The Hokies overcame a second-half surge from the Golden Bears to secure a 71-68 victory, led by Jaydon Young's 14 points and key late-game contributions.

• Virginia Tech built a commanding 42-23 halftime lead, shooting 61.5% from the field in the first half.
• California erased a 22-point deficit in the second half, tying the game at 58 before Virginia Tech regained control with a clutch 3-pointer by Tobi Lawal.
• Jaydon Young led Virginia Tech with 14 points, while Tyler Johnson recorded a double-double with 11 points and 12 rebounds.
• Andrej Stojakovic scored a game-high 24 points for California but missed a potential game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds.
• The Hokies improved to 7-9 overall and 2-3 in ACC play, splitting their first-ever California road trip for conference games.

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