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Virginia Tech pulls off massive upset over No. 3 Michigan State at Maui Invitational

Maybe it’s time to start taking the unbeaten Virginia Tech Hokies seriously. The team picked up a signature win Monday night, knocking off No. 3 Michigan State in the first round of the Maui Invitational.

Freshman guard Landers Nolley II led the way for Virginia Tech, scoring 22 points in the 71-66 win. Virginia Tech improved to 6-0 with the win. Michigan State now sits at 3-2 on the season.

Virginia Tech pulled off the win using the same strategy the team has relied on all season: A bevy of three-point shots. Virginia Tech shot 47.