NRG’s Lotus pick backfires but VCT LOCK//IN favorites rally to topple Giants
NRG’s prolific VALORANT squad opted for an audacious map pick in their second-round matchup against Giants Gaming at VCT LOCK//IN today. And while the stacked roster struggled on the game’s newest map addition, they still ended up dominating the series.
The series started out on Lotus and NRG looked lost on defense, with Giants winning A main control with ease via precise Breach and Omen blinds. NRG struggled to keep Giants from getting clean opening kills and post-plants but were able to at least salvage four defensive rounds thanks to a vital retake then a hold on C in the final two.