10 Obsevations: Virginia Tech vs NC State Recap

Michael Shroyer-USA TODAY SportsIn an overtime thriller, the Hokies were able to emerge victorious in their first ACC matchup, beating NC State 73-68. It was a game chock-full of effort plays for Virginia Tech. Multiple and-1’s, tough finishes at the rim, big time clutch shots, and every single one of those plays was needed to win this one.

The Hokies already have 50% of the ACC wins as they did in the entirety of last season. You could see the difference a year made for this team. They kept their composure despite being down 10 at the half, and came out with fire and intensity to fuel a 23-8 run to take the lead in the second. And they did it again it overtime, outscoring the Wolfpack 12-7…