Sat Nov 16 23:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Penn State Dominates Virginia Tech in Hall of Fame Series Victory
**BALTIMORE, MD** – Penn State (4-0) cruised to an 86-64 victory over Virginia Tech (3-1) Friday night in the Hall of Fame Series, showcasing a balanced offensive attack. Ace Baldwin Jr. led the Nittany Lions with a double-double, scoring 19 points and dishing out 10 assists. Zach Hicks also contributed 19 points, hitting five three-pointers, while Nick Kern added 16 points off the bench, shooting an impressive 6-of-7 from the field. Mylyjael Poteat paced Virginia Tech with 15 points.
Penn State controlled the game for the majority, holding a 37-29 halftime lead thanks to strong performances from Hicks and Kern. The Nittany Lions maintained their advantage throughout the second half, shooting 51% from the field and effectively utilizing their free throw opportunities (22-of-30). Virginia Tech struggled to keep pace, shooting 44.4% from the field and connecting on just 5-of-18 three-point attempts.
Penn State will next host Purdue-Fort Wayne on Wednesday, while Virginia Tech returns home to face Jacksonville on the same day.