Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Eye Victory Against Duke Blue Devils in Greensboro Showdown

As the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets prepare to face off against the Duke Blue Devils at the Greensboro Coliseum, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. In their last outing during the ACC First Round Game 2, Georgia Tech showcased a strong performance against the Panthers with a decisive 73-60 victory.

The Yellow Jackets demonstrated an impressive offensive game, shooting 44 percent from the field and converting on 62 percent of two-point attempts. Their free throw accuracy was notable as well, with a solid 73 percent completion rate. This scoring efficiency was complemented by a robust defense that limited turnovers to just twelve and capitalized on points off turnovers.

Rebounding played a key role in their previous success; Georgia Tech outrebounded their opponents by eleven boards, which included twelve offensive rebounds leading to fourteen second-chance points. The team's ability to control both ends of the court was evident as they also managed five steals and two blocks.

However, it wasn't just about individual stats; teamwork shone through with an assists turnover ratio of 0.92 and eleven assists overall. The final quarter surge where they scored twenty-five points highlighted their ability to close out games strongly.

As they head into this matchup at Greensboro Coliseum – a venue known for its electric atmosphere – maintaining this level of play will be crucial against Duke Blue Devils' formidable squad.

Fans can catch all the action on March 7th at 10:00 PM (UTC) broadcasted live on ACC Network. With both teams looking to assert dominance in this pivotal game, it promises to be an enthralling encounter filled with strategic plays and high-energy basketball.