The Virginia Cavaliers, ranked 18th in the NET, dominated the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets from the opening tip, scoring 59 points in the first half, the most they've scored in a half all season, and setting the tone for a 94-68 blowout win. Georgia Tech, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm, scoring just 27 points in the first half, a far cry from their average of 74.6 points per game over their last five contests. The Yellow Jackets' recent form has been concerning, with five consecutive losses, including a 74-89 defeat at the hands of Notre Dame, and it seems their struggles continued against the Cavaliers. Virginia's defense, which has allowed just 59.2 points per game over their last five outings, was stifling, holding Georgia Tech to 41.5% shooting from the field, including 6-23 from three-point range, with the Yellow Jackets' Jaeden Mustaf and Baye Ndongo combining for 31 points, but not enough to overcome the Cavaliers' onslaught.
As the game wore on, it became clear that Virginia's offense was too much for Georgia Tech to handle, with the Cavaliers shooting 52.5% from the field, including 11-24 from three-point range, and outrebounding the Yellow Jackets 38-29. Thijs De Ridder led the charge for Virginia, scoring 22 points on 8-12 shooting, including 4-7 from three-point range, and adding 5 rebounds, while Malik Thomas chipped in with 17 points, and Dallin Hall added 12 points and 10 assists. The Cavaliers' bench was also impressive, outscoring the Yellow Jackets' bench 23-15, with 12 of those points coming in the second half, when the game was all but over. With this win, Virginia improves to 23-3 on the season, while Georgia Tech falls to 11-16, and it's clear that the Cavaliers are peaking at the right time, with their fifth consecutive win, and a 9-1 record over their last 10 games.
Virginia's 59-Point First Half Against Georgia Tech Was Their Highest Scoring Half of the Season
The stat line doesn't do justice to the impact that De Ridder had on the game, as he hit several big shots, including a three-pointer with 10 minutes left in the first half, to stretch the Cavaliers' lead to 20 points, and a layup with 5 minutes left in the game, to put the final nail in the coffin. Thomas, on the other hand, was quiet in the second half, scoring just 2 points, after a 15-point first half, but his early scoring spree helped set the tone for the Cavaliers. Hall, meanwhile, was a facilitator, dishing out 10 assists, and adding 12 points, including 2-3 from three-point range, and was instrumental in the Cavaliers' 24-12 advantage in fast break points. For Georgia Tech, Mustaf and Ndongo were the only bright spots, combining for 31 points, and 14 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Cavaliers' balanced attack, which saw five players score in double figures.
The CHD Scout prediction of a 14.3-point Virginia win was spot on, and it's clear that the model correctly accounted for the Cavaliers' stifling defense, and the Yellow Jackets' recent struggles. The Cavaliers' ability to shut down Georgia Tech's offense, holding them to just 68 points, was a key factor in the win, and it's a reflection of the Cavaliers' defensive prowess, which has been a hallmark of their success this season. The Yellow Jackets, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency on offense, and it showed against the Cavaliers, as they were unable to sustain any kind of rhythm, and were held to just 41.5% shooting from the field.
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The model's prediction was correct, and it's clear that the Cavaliers' defense was the key factor in the win. The Cavaliers' ability to shut down Georgia Tech's offense, and limit their scoring opportunities, was a major factor in the win, and it's a reflection of the Cavaliers' defensive prowess. The Yellow Jackets, on the other hand, have struggled to find consistency on offense, and it showed against the Cavaliers, as they were unable to sustain any kind of rhythm, and were held to just 41.5% shooting from the field. The model correctly accounted for the Cavaliers' stifling defense, and the Yellow Jackets' recent struggles, and it's clear that the prediction was based on a thorough analysis of the teams' recent form, and their statistical profiles.
As the season wears on, it's clear that Virginia is a team to be reckoned with, and their win over Georgia Tech is just the latest example of their dominance. The Cavaliers have now won five consecutive games, and are 9-1 over their last 10 outings, with their only loss coming at the hands of a top-10 team. Georgia Tech, on the other hand, is struggling to find its footing, with five consecutive losses, and a 1-9 record over their last 10 games. The Yellow Jackets' recent form has been concerning, with an average margin of defeat of 15.0 points over their last five games, and it's clear that they have a long way to go before they can compete with the likes of Virginia.
The win for Virginia is a significant one, as it improves their NET ranking to 18, and solidifies their position as a top-20 team. The Cavaliers' quad 3 win over Georgia Tech is also a boost to their resume, as it gives them a 9-3 record against quad 1 and 2 teams, and improves their chances of securing a high seed in the tournament. For Georgia Tech, the loss is a setback, as it drops them to 11-16 on the season, and 2-12 in quad 1 and 2 games. The Yellow Jackets' NET ranking also takes a hit, falling to 165, and it's clear that they have a long way to go before they can be considered a tournament team. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, are looking like a lock for the tournament, and their win over Georgia Tech is just the latest example of their dominance.
The Cavaliers' win over Georgia Tech is a significant one, as it marks their fifth consecutive win, and improves their record to 23-3 on the season. The Yellow Jackets, on the other hand, are struggling to find their footing, with five consecutive losses, and a 1-9 record over their last 10 games. The Cavaliers' stifling defense, which has allowed just 59.2 points per game over their last five outings, was the key factor in the win, and it's clear that they are a team to be reckoned with. The Yellow Jackets, on the other hand, have a long way to go before they can compete with the likes of Virginia, and their recent form has been concerning, with an average margin of defeat of 15.0 points over their last five games. With this win, the Cavaliers improve their chances of securing a high seed in the tournament, and it's clear that they are a team to watch in the coming weeks.