In an overwhelming display of dominance, the Virginia Cavaliers decisively defeated the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets with a final score of 76-43. The matchup, held at McCamish Pavilion, highlighted Virginia’s continued success in ACC play, extending their winning streak to seven games.
From the outset, Virginia established control of the game, racing to a 36-7 lead midway through the first half. Key contributions came from Malik Thomas, who finished with an impressive 11 points, and Thijs De Ridder, who also scored 11 points, helping to put the Cavaliers firmly in the driver’s seat. The strong start included a significant 19-2 run that took the wind out of Georgia Tech’s sails early on.
At halftime, the Cavaliers led 59-27, showcasing their offensive efficiency while Georgia Tech struggled with shooting—hitting only 2-10 from the field in critical moments. Despite Georgia Tech hitting six of its last eight field goals late in the first half, they were unable to recover from the substantial deficit.
In the second half, the Yellow Jackets attempted to regroup under Coach Stoudamire, who made strategic player swaps. Unfortunately, the efforts fell short as Virginia continued to expand their lead. Virginia’s ability to maintain a strong defensive presence contributed significantly to their commanding performance.
In a concerning moment for Virginia, player Devin Tillis went down with a knee injury during the second half. The full extent of his injury remained unclear, adding a layer of concern for the Cavaliers.
Georgia Tech entered this game in search of a much-needed victory to snap a seven-game losing streak, having not won in over a month. Their performance against Virginia, the number two team in the ACC, highlighted the challenges they continue to face as they strive to turn their season around.
This game serves as a reminder of Virginia’s prowess in college basketball this season, as they aim for continued success in the ACC tournament. With this decisive victory, the Cavaliers are showing no signs of slowing down.