Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets' Second Half Surge Falls Short Against Mississippi State Bulldogs

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets faced off against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Hank McCamish Pavilion in a game that ended with a 85-73 scoreline. The Yellow Jackets now stand at 0-1, while the Bulldogs improve to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets struggling to find their rhythm, scoring only 28 points. Despite efforts from players like Mouhamed Sylla, who contributed significantly with his inside presence, the team couldn't capitalize on their opportunities. The Bulldogs took advantage of this and led by as much as 17 points during this period.

Second Half

In the second half, Georgia Tech made adjustments and came out strong, scoring 45 points. Baye Ndongo was instrumental in this resurgence with his aggressive play and ability to draw fouls. However, despite closing the gap significantly and showing resilience on both ends of the court, they were unable to overcome Mississippi State's efficient shooting performance.

Post Game Analysis

The post game analysis highlights that turnovers were a crucial factor for Georgia Tech's defeat; they committed only five compared to Mississippi State's thirteen but failed to convert these into enough points off turnovers. The Bulldogs' bench also outscored Georgia Tech’s reserves by eleven points which added depth to their attack.

Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game featuring Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Monmouth Hawks scheduled for December 6th at Hank McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta. Tune into ACC Network Extra for live coverage starting at noon Eastern Time.

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