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Louisville vs Virginia Tech Final: 71-66 - Recap
Louisville earned a 71-66 victory over Virginia Tech on Tuesday, getting 15 points from Chucky Hepburn at Cassell Coliseum.
Louisville did not, however, defeat Virginia Tech against the spread, which closed at -10.0 at most sportsbooks.
Louisville got 13 points from Terrence Edwards Jr. and another 13 points from James Scott. Chucky Hepburn contributed 6 assists, while J'Vonne Hadley cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Virginia Tech got a 18-point performance from Brandon Rechsteiner, who was supported by 13 points from Ben Burnham. Brandon Rechsteiner had 4 assists in a losing cause for Virginia Tech, while Patrick Wessler grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Louisville were victorious, as the score was 34-27 at the break.
Virginia Tech won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-28.
Louisville looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pittsburgh. Virginia Tech will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Syracuse.