ACC Basketball Tourney Opens With Upsets and Clemson Rout
In Landover Maryland edged Duke 80 78 in overtime and Clemson blasted Wake Forest 76 63 in the first ACC tournament round. Virginia upset NC State 81 75 as Walker and Iavaroni led with 42 points, while Maryland survived Duke in regulation and a late rally to win 75 74 in overtime. Clemson advanced with a 76 63 win as Wake Forest stumbled with turnovers and foul trouble.
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Maryland survives Duke in OT in ACC tourney opener
Seve Sheppard denies added pressure as Maryland tops Duke 80-78 in overtime. He blocks a crucial shot, then hits a late free throw to force OT while Duke’s Tate Armstrong and David Thompson clash with Maryland’s strong front line. Coach Lefty Driesell hails the comeback as Maryland moves toward the NCAA bid.
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Walker Leads Virginia In ACC Victory Over NCSU
Virginia defeated North Carolina State 75 62 as Wally Walker scored 25 points after a 22 point first half lead. Coach Terry Holland praised his lineup while acknowledging second half pressure and foul trouble hampered front line. Virginia advances to face Maryland in the ACC semifinals.
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