Virginia Tech 72, at Virginia 76

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (Interstat) — In a tense, physical rematch of a triple-overtime classic from New Year’s Eve, the Virginia Cavaliers held off a furious second-half rally from rival Virginia Tech to secure a 76-72 victory before a sellout crowd of 14,637 at John Paul Jones Arena on Saturday. The result solidified Virginia’s position atop the Atlantic Coast Conference standings, improving its record to 27-4 overall. Virginia Tech fell to 19-12, its NCAA tournament hopes likely hinging on a strong performance in the upcoming conference tournament. The game’s defining stretch came in the frantic final minute. Trailing by four, Virginia Tech’… Read more...