Georgia Tech defeats Boston College 65-53
Georgia Tech Edges Boston College in Conference Showdown
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets secured a hard-fought 65-53 victory over the visiting Boston College Eagles on Sunday night at McCamish Pavilion.
In what was essentially a home game for the Yellow Jackets, Lamar Washington led the charge with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and five assists. His all-around performance was instrumental in Georgia Tech's win, as he outscored his closest counterpart from Boston College, Boden Kapke, by 10 points.
The first half saw both teams struggle to find their rhythm, with Georgia Tech holding a slim 27-24 lead at the break. However, it was the Yellow Jackets who maintained their advantage throughout the second half, growing their margin to as many as 13 points at one point.
Boston College's shooting woes were evident, as they shot just 29% from the field, including a paltry 14% from three-point range. The Eagles' inability to find consistent offense was compounded by their struggles on the glass, where Georgia Tech outrebounded them 38-20.
For Boston College, Kapke led the way with 13 points and 11 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome his team's defensive woes. Luka Toews added five points and three assists for the Eagles, who saw their chances of escaping with a win dwindle as the clock ticked down.
Despite the narrow margin of victory, Georgia Tech head coach Jon Scheyer was thrilled with the win, citing his team's ability to "stay focused" and "execute on both ends" as key factors in their success. The Yellow Jackets' victory marked their first win over Boston College since 2018, and it sent a strong message about their status as conference contenders.
The game served as a reminder that even the smallest margins can make all the difference in college basketball. For Georgia Tech, it was a crucial conference win that will propel them forward in the ACC standings. For Boston College, it was a tough loss to swallow, one that highlights the challenges they face in their quest for postseason success.
In the end, it was Washington's all-around performance that proved decisive, as he helped his team secure a hard-fought 12-point win over the Eagles.