In a nail-biting matchup, Stanford managed to stun Virginia Tech with a late comeback, winning 69-68 at Cassell Coliseum. Freshman Ebuka Okorie was the star of the game, scoring 31 points, including a game-winning three-pointer that sealed the victory for the Cardinal. Despite having a significant lead in the final minutes, Virginia Tech could not hold on, prompting head coach Mike Young to take responsibility for the collapse. The loss is a tough blow for the Hokies, who were looking to build momentum in their season.