Florida State Dominates Virginia Tech in NCAAB Showdown
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Cassell Coliseum
Florida State Seminoles 92, Virginia Tech Hokies 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Florida State Seminoles vs Virginia Tech Hokies?
Florida State Seminoles beat Virginia Tech Hokies 92-69 at Cassell Coliseum on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida State Seminoles vs Virginia Tech Hokies?
Virginia Tech Hokies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive victory, the Florida State Seminoles defeated the Virginia Tech Hokies 92-69 at Cassell Coliseum on February 14, 2026. This win marks a significant turnaround for Florida State, who had previously lost to Virginia Cavaliers just days before. The Seminoles showcased their offensive prowess, scoring an impressive 92 points, while the Hokies struggled to keep pace, finishing with only 69 points.
Florida State's recent form had been mixed, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games prior to this matchup. They had averaged 74.6 points scored and allowed 79.4 points during that stretch. Their last five games saw them at 3-2, with an average of 74.2 points scored and 72.8 points allowed. In contrast, Virginia Tech had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, averaging 73.6 points scored and 74.1 points allowed. They were coming off a win against Clemson Tigers, which had ended a streak of inconsistency.
At home, Virginia Tech had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Florida State had a 2-4 record in their recent away games. In their previous meeting this season on January 30, 2025, Florida State had also emerged victorious, winning 76-66, giving them a 1-0 advantage in their head-to-head record against Virginia Tech this season.
The odds for this game, provided by DraftKings, had Virginia Tech favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 156.5. The moneyline reflected Virginia Tech at -198 and Florida State at 164, indicating a strong belief in the Hokies' potential to win at home despite their recent struggles.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either team, which meant both sides were likely at full strength for this important matchup. The conditions in Cassell Coliseum were typical for a basketball game, with no adverse weather factors affecting play.
Throughout the game, Florida State's offensive strategy was evident as they consistently found ways to score, with key plays including a 19-foot pullup jump shot by Ben Hammond and a series of three-pointers that extended their lead significantly in the second half. The Hokies, while attempting to mount a comeback, were unable to close the gap as Florida State continued to dominate the scoring.
As the game progressed, Florida State's lead grew, highlighted by a series of dunks and layups that culminated in a commanding 92 points. The final score reflected the Seminoles' ability to execute their game plan effectively, while Virginia Tech struggled to adapt defensively.
Viewers of the game witnessed Florida State's offensive efficiency and Virginia Tech's difficulties in maintaining defensive pressure, which ultimately led to the Hokies' downfall. This game serves as a reminder of Florida State's potential when firing on all cylinders, while Virginia Tech will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | VT -4.5 | 156.5 o -112 / u -108 | Florida State Seminoles +164 · Virginia Tech Hokies -198 |
Leaders
- PointsTobi Lawal16Virginia Tech Hokies
- AssistsJailen Bedford4Virginia Tech Hokies
- ReboundsTobi Lawal7Virginia Tech Hokies
- PointsMartin Somerville23Florida State Seminoles
- AssistsMartin Somerville6Florida State Seminoles
- ReboundsLajae Jones7Florida State Seminoles
Recent form
Virginia Tech Hokies
Last 10: 5-5Streak W173.6 scored · 74.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W76-66at Clemson TigersFeb 12
- L73-82at NC State WolfpackFeb 7
- L58-72vs Duke Blue DevilsJan 31
- W71-65vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsJan 28
- L71-85at Louisville CardinalsJan 24
- W76-74at Syracuse OrangeJan 22
- W89-76vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishJan 17
- L76-77at SMU MustangsJan 15
- W78-75vs California Golden BearsJan 10
- L68-69vs Stanford CardinalJan 8
Florida State Seminoles
Last 10: 4-6Streak L174.6 scored · 79.4 allowed per game2-2 away
- L58-61vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 11
- W82-79at Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 7
- W88-80vs Stanford CardinalJan 31
- W63-61vs California Golden BearsJan 29
- L80-83at SMU MustangsJan 24
- W65-63at Miami HurricanesJan 21
- L68-69vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 17
- L86-94at Syracuse OrangeJan 14
- L69-113vs NC State WolfpackJan 10
- L87-91vs Duke Blue DevilsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida State Seminoles | Virginia Tech Hokies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-55 | 24-55 |
| Field goal % | 62 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 12-23 | 9-18 |
| Three-point % | 52 | 50 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 12-15 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 19 |
| Assists | 15 | 11 |
| Steals | 2 | 4 |
| Blocks | 6 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 26 |
| Fouls | 12 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 26 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 40 | 53 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-44Lajae Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-47Neoklis Avdalas makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-48Amani Hansberry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-49Amani Hansberry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Lajae Jones makes 1-foot dunk (Chauncey Wiggins assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-49Robert McCray V makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-49Chauncey Wiggins makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-49Thomas Bassong makes driving layup (Martin Somerville assists)
- 2nd Half54-49Martin Somerville makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-49Martin Somerville makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kobe MaGee assists)
- 2nd Half57-51Tobi Lawal makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half59-51Lajae Jones makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half60-51Martin Somerville makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53Jailen Bedford makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half63-53Martin Somerville makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half63-54Amani Hansberry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-55Amani Hansberry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-57Jailen Bedford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-57Martin Somerville makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half68-57Martin Somerville makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half70-57Martin Somerville makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half73-57Chauncey Wiggins makes 23-foot three point jumper (Robert McCray V assists)
- 2nd Half73-60Ben Hammond makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-60Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60Thomas Bassong makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-60Chauncey Wiggins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-60Chauncey Wiggins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-60Chauncey Wiggins makes 0-foot alley oop dunk (Martin Somerville assists)
- 2nd Half82-60Robert McCray V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half83-60Robert McCray V makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-60Robert McCray V makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-62Ben Hammond makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half85-62Thomas Bassong makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-62Lajae Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Martin Somerville assists)
- 2nd Half88-65Neoklis Avdalas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ben Hammond assists)
- 2nd Half88-67Tobi Lawal makes 2-foot dunk (Neoklis Avdalas assists)
- 2nd Half90-67Martin Somerville makes driving layup
- 2nd Half92-67Robert McCray V makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half92-69Tobi Lawal makes 1-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Virginia Tech Hokies, below favours Florida State Seminoles.
Venue
- Cassell ColiseumBlacksburg, VA
- Attendance8925
- OfficialsA.J. Desai, Jemel Spearman, Chase Shaw
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