SMU Holds Off Virginia Tech with Late Surge
In a hard-fought game, SMU emerged victorious with an 81-75 win over Virginia Tech on Wednesday. Chuck Harris led the charge for the Mustangs with 20 points, 13 of which came in the final 12 minutes. Matt Cross also made a significant impact with 21 points and seven rebounds.
SMU, now 18-5 overall and 9-3 in the ACC, extended their winning streak to seven out of their last eight games. Kario Oquendo and Samet Yigitoglu also made notable contributions to the team’s success. On the other side, Mylyjael Poteat led Virginia Tech with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists.
The game remained close throughout, with neither team taking more than a six-point lead until the final minutes. SMU’s strong shooting in the second half, hitting nearly 60% from the floor and over 66% from beyond the arc, helped secure the win.
Despite a late surge by Virginia Tech, including a 3-pointer by Jaden Schutt and free throws by Ben Hammond, the Mustangs held on for the victory. Harris’ crucial baskets in the final minutes proved to be the difference-maker for SMU.
With this win, SMU continues to showcase their strength in their debut ACC season. The team’s perseverance and strong performance down the stretch were key factors in securing the important road victory.
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