Virginia Tech Rallies From 19 Down, Edges Elon in OT 82-81
Depth was tested by foul trouble plus an injury.
Overview
- Christian Gurdak hit the go-ahead layup with 10 seconds left in overtime to cap the comeback.
- Ben Hammond stole the ball in the closing seconds before Izaiah Pasha missed two free throws, then blocked Bryson Cokley’s last-second 3-point try.
- Amani Hansberry posted 20 points and 14 rebounds, then fouled out 1:09 into overtime as Virginia Tech navigated late rotation stress.
- Tyler Johnson exited with an injury during overtime, forcing additional minutes for reserves.
- Elon built a first-half lead as large as 40-22 behind early 3-point shooting before Virginia Tech took its first lead inside the final six minutes of regulation.