Overview
- Virginia Tech beat No. 21 Virginia 95-85 in triple overtime behind Ben Hammond’s career-high 30 points, including 16-of-18 at the line, to start 1-0 in the ACC.
- The Hokies prevailed despite the absences of Tobi Lawal, Tyler Johnson and Antonio Dorn, with Christian Gurdak posting 17 points and 19 rebounds and Amani Hansberry adding 17 and 15.
- Virginia’s offense faltered, finishing at a season-low 36% from the field and 10-for-45 from 3-point range in Blacksburg.
- No. 6 Duke topped Georgia Tech 85-79 as freshman Cameron Boozer delivered 26 points and 12 rebounds and Isaiah Evans added 17, closing the game at the free-throw line.
- Georgia Tech pushed Duke with 67.9% first-half shooting and Kowacie Reeves’ 23 points on five 3-pointers, but the Blue Devils moved to 12-1 overall and 1-0 in league play.