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Pittsburgh Defeats Georgia Tech 71-60 - Recap

Pittsburgh got 21 points from Nike Sibande as they ran past Georgia Tech 71-60 on Saturday at McCamish Pavilion.

Pittsburgh won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites.

Jamarius Burton had 19 points for Pittsburgh and Blake Hinson chipped in with 13 points. Jamarius Burton had 2 assists for them, while Federiko Federiko was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Georgia Tech got a 15-point performance from Deivon Smith, who was supported by 13 points from Dallan 'Deebo' Coleman. Kyle Sturdivant had 5 assists in a losing cause for Georgia Tech, while Deivon Smith grabbed 11 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Pittsburgh were victorious, as the score was 38-35 at the break.

Georgia Tech had a 33-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Pittsburgh looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Louisville. Georgia Tech will aim to get back on the winning track vs. NC State.