After a devastating loss to Duke, Georgia Tech had a must win in the ACC. NC State was visiting Alexander Memorial Coliseum also to regain some composure in the conference. This penalty filled game was played with tons of emotion, leading to a close win for Georgia Tech of 73-71. Georgia Tech guard D’Andre Bell goes up for a layup passed NC State forward Tracy Smith.

A loose ball was recovered by NC State’s forward Tracy Smith, which was a recurring theme of the night.

Another loose ball on the Georgia Tech offense, but was eventually was pushed out of bounds.

Georgia Tech forward Gani Lawal goes up for a layup past several defenders.

Georgia Tech center Derrick Favors goes up for a dunk, ending the day with 16 points.

Another lay up by Georgia Tech forward Gani Lawal, with a slightly wider shot.

Georgia Tech’s top scorer, forward Zachary Peacock with a layup and ends the day with 22 points.

Georgia Tech forward Gani Lawal tries to keep the lead as NC state begins to come back during the second quarter.

Georgia Tech center Derrick Favors is pressured and fouled as the quarter progressed to a very narrow win.

Georgia Tech guard D’Andre Bell goes for a layup past NC State forward Tracy Smith.