In the ACC-SEC Challenge, the #Hokies' defense struggled against Auburn, resulting in a 74-57 loss. Meanwhile, #UVa showcased strong defensive play, securing a 59-47 victory over No. 14 Texas A&M. The Cavaliers' starters excelled offensively and defensively, with their defensive identity shining through, limiting the Aggies to their fewest points in four years. Auburn's defensive effort, led by Chad Baker-Mazara, contributed to their win, with Bruce Pearl praising Baker-Mazara's all-around performance.
Observations: Auburn 74, Virginia Tech 57 - AU shows it can win big with defense - Johni Broome feasted on some turkey - everything’s coming up Chad Baker-Mazara - Tre Donaldson picked up Aden Holloway - Rotation Charts - Nerd Stats - Quote of the Night https://t.co/VqUY64absS
It was an #Auburn defensive effort that saw it clamp down on Virginia Tech for a 74-57 win last night. This quote from Bruce Pearl on Chad Baker-Mazara, who had two steals and four rebounds to go with 15 points: "He’s kind of a stat-sheet stuffer. I’m on him pretty good, but I… https://t.co/9gaESysqo0
With its starters forcing turnovers defensively and spreading the ball and scoring offensively, #UVA didn't rotate much Wednesday in a 59-47 win over No. 14 Texas A&M. 'Hoos got all their points from their starting 5. "We just kind of had things rolling." https://t.co/mju4KfASnX
#UVa’s defensive identity shined in ACC/SEC Challenge victory over Texas A&M. Reece Beekman and Ryan Dunn were especially on point as Cavaliers held Aggies to fewest points in four years. ⬇️ https://t.co/oqZXru4cuA
The #Hokies set defense did its job against the athletic Auburn attack. Turnovers (the most under Mike Young) and allowing second chances did Virginia Tech in during the ACC-SEC Challenge. https://t.co/vsrNRbT0qd