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Pittsburgh vs Virginia Tech Final: 64-59 - Recap
Pittsburgh grabbed a 64-59 win over Virginia Tech on Saturday, behind a 19-point effort from Jaland Lowe at Cassell Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Pittsburgh were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -8.5.
Ishmael Leggett had 17 points for Pittsburgh and Guillermo Diaz Graham chipped in with 9 points. Ishmael Leggett had 4 assists for them, while Guillermo Diaz Graham was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Virginia Tech got a 16-point performance from Toibu Lawal, who was supported by 14 points from Jaden Schutt. Brandon Rechsteiner had 4 assists in a losing cause for Virginia Tech, while Tyler Johnson grabbed 6 rebounds.
Pittsburgh was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Pittsburgh won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-27.
Pittsburgh looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Eastern Kentucky. Virginia Tech will aim to get back on the winning track vs. North Carolina A&T.