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Hokies Edge Golden Bears in Thriller
12 Jan
Summary
- Virginia Tech secured a narrow 78-75 victory over California.
- Christian Gurdak's late points sealed the win for the Hokies.
- Dai Dai Ames led California with 21 points in the hard-fought game.
Virginia Tech emerged victorious in a tightly contested basketball matchup, defeating California 78-75. The Hokies secured their 13th win of the season, breaking a two-game losing streak, while the Golden Bears suffered their third loss in four games. Key performances from Amani Hansberry with 15 points and Christian Gurdak, who scored four crucial points in the final minutes, proved decisive.
Despite California jumping out to an early lead, Virginia Tech mounted a significant comeback, closing the first half with a 19-3 run to tie the game at 37. In the second half, the game remained close, with California pulling within a point multiple times. Gurdak's layup with under four minutes remaining gave the Hokies the lead they would not relinquish.
California's Dai Dai Ames led all scorers with 21 points, but the Golden Bears ultimately fell short. Virginia Tech's Jailen Bedford contributed 13 points, and several other players reached double figures, showcasing a balanced offensive effort that allowed them to withstand Cal's late rally and secure the narrow win.
