What was the final score of the Cal vs. Virginia Tech game?

Cal lost to Virginia Tech with a final score of 78-75.

Did Justin Pippen make the game-tying shot for Cal?

No, Justin Pippen's potential game-tying three-point shot at the buzzer missed, resulting in Cal's loss.

Who are Cal's next opponents after the Virginia Tech game?

Cal is set to host No. 6 Duke and No. 17 North Carolina in upcoming home games.

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Heartbreak for Cal: Buzzer beater misses in 78-75 defeat

11 Jan

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Summary

Cal lost to Virginia Tech 78-75 after a missed game-tying shot.
An unforced Cal turnover with under five seconds sealed their fate.
Cal faces tough home games against Duke and North Carolina next.

Heartbreak for Cal: Buzzer beater misses in 78-75 defeat

The California Golden Bears fell to Virginia Tech 78-75 in a close contest on Saturday afternoon. The game's outcome was sealed by an unforced Cal turnover with less than five seconds remaining, preventing the Bears from securing a potential game-tying three-point shot at the buzzer. Cal's road struggles continued as they slipped to an 0-3 record away from home.

Despite playing two centers concurrently for significant portions of the game, which proved effective in battling Virginia Tech's frontcourt and securing a six-point lead late, Cal ultimately faltered in the final minute. Key free throws by Virginia Tech and missed opportunities by Cal in the closing seconds proved decisive. The Bears' center Milos Ilic made two crucial free throws to narrow the deficit to one point earlier in the final minute.