Virginia Tech loses key frontcourt players Keve Aluma, Justyn Mutts to fouls in overtime

Virginia Tech’s starting frontcourt fouled out within the span of 1:27 in overtime.

First, it was Keve Aluma picking up his final foul on a poster dunk by Anthony Duruji, who would foul out as well.

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Then, with 3:13 left, Justyn Mutts would exit after fouling Colin Castleton.

The Hokies don’t have significant depth behind the pair, although it remains a one-possession game with just over a minute to play. At that point, the Gators led 71-68.