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Duke Falls 78-75 Against Virginia Tech - Game Recap

Virginia Tech grabbed a 78-75 win over Duke on Monday, behind a 24-point effort from Grant Basile at Cassell Coliseum.

Virginia Tech was a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Sean Pedulla had 16 points for Virginia Tech and Hunter Cattoor chipped in with 15 points. Justyn Mutts had 6 assists for them, while Grant Basile was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Duke got 29 points from Kyle Filipowski in a losing cause and another 10 points from Dariq Whitehead. Tyrese Proctor contributed 6 assists for them, while Kyle Filipowski had 10 rebounds.

Virginia Tech was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Duke as they grabbed 28 boards, while Virginia Tech only had 24

Virginia Tech looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Syracuse. Duke will aim to get back on the winning track at Georgia Tech.