Men's Basketball

Sophomore guard Casey Morsell had a strong afternoon in his first game back from quarantine, posting 15 points on 86 percent shooting from the field.

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No. 18 men’s basketball sweeps season series with Notre Dame, winning 80-68

By Joe von Storch | January 16, 2021

The Cavaliers’ (8-2, 4-0 ACC) 12 three-pointers and five players in double figures scoring were too much for the Fighting Irish (3-8, 0-5 ACC) to handle.

Jay Huff matched his career high with 18 points on 7/11 shooting. He also blocked 5 shots and grabbed 8 rebounds.

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No. 22 men’s basketball extends winning streak following win against Boston College

By Jude Nanaw | January 10, 2021

Coming into the game, Virginia held a 16-8 all-time record against Boston College including nine wins in the last 11 games of the series.

Senior forward Jay Huff was one of five Cavaliers to post double-digit point tallies, scoring 11 Wednesday night.

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No. 22 men’s basketball continues strong start to ACC play with 70-61 win over Wake Forest

By Joe von Storch | January 9, 2021

The Cavaliers (6-2, 2-0 ACC) used a strong second half on the defensive end and efficient offensive play throughout the night to down the Demon Deacons (3-2, 0-2 ACC).

Despite allowing Notre Dame to shoot 21 free throws, the Cavaliers pulled off their fifth-straight win over the Fighting Irish.

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No. 23 men’s basketball rebounds with win against Notre Dame

By Jude Nanaw | January 1, 2021

Following a grueling 98-75 loss to No. 1 Gonzaga Saturday, the No. 23 Virginia men’s basketball team remedied their shortcomings in a big way Wednesday night, downing the Fighting Irish for their ninth-straight ACC win.

Freshman guard Jabri Abdur-Rahim and the Cavaliers struggled defensively against the Bulldogs, allowing them to shoot over 60 percent from the field.

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No. 16 men’s basketball falls 98-75 to No. 1 Gonzaga in second game after COVID-19 pause

By Jude Nanaw | December 29, 2020

Coming into the game, Virginia held a 1-30 all-time record against top-ranked opponents with a 1-2 record against Gonzaga dating back to the 2000-2001 season.

Sam Hauser chipped in nine points on three of seven shooting from deep.

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No. 16 men’s basketball returns to action with convincing 76-40 win over William & Mary

By Joe von Storch | December 24, 2020

The Cavaliers (4-1, 0-0 ACC) enjoyed a balanced scoring attack and stifling defense all afternoon against the Tribe (2-3, 0-0 CAA), as they jumped out to an early lead and never looked back.

A highly-touted four-star recruit out of Fort Washington, Md., Morsell struggled out of the gates in his freshman season but is starting to make waves as a sophomore.

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KNAPP: Why Casey Morsell is primed for a breakout season

By Jacob Knapp | December 21, 2020

With all the unanswered questions the coronavirus-shortened 2019-2020 basketball season left us, lost in the shuffle was whether Morsell would get the chance to redeem himself.

The highly-anticipated top-25 matchup between Virginia and No. 7 Villanova — originally slated for Dec. 19 — has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled.

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No. 17 Virginia men’s basketball to return to practice Saturday, host W&M Tuesday

By Joe von Storch | December 16, 2020

The athletics department has not revealed specific details regarding the COVID-19 issues that led to the team pausing its season.

Mamadi Diakite (left), Anthony Gill (center) and Ty Jerome (right) all hope to excel on new NBA teams during the 2020-21 season.

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LOTHROP: Former Virginia basketball players on the move across the NBA

By Connor Lothrop | December 14, 2020

In the years since the arrival of Coach Tony Bennett, Virginia men’s basketball has sent many prospects to the NBA.

With the pause in team activities, the Cavaliers' heavyweight clash against No. 9 Villanova in the Holiday Hoops Classic is potentially in jeopardy.

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No. 18 Virginia men’s basketball pauses season due to COVID-19

By Jude Nanaw | December 9, 2020

In addition to the postponement of Virginia's game against Michigan State, the pause will postpone the Cavaliers’ Sunday home game against William & Mary.

Senior forward Sam Hauser's scoring was crucial for Virginia in the overtime period as he led the Cavaliers to a tight victory.

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No. 15 men’s basketball keeps the ball rolling with overtime victory against Kent State

By Jude Nanaw | December 6, 2020

The matchup was the second of a three-game home stretch for Virginia at John Paul Jones Arena.

Redshirt freshman forward Kadin Shedrick had an impressive game against Saint Francis, posting 12 points and eight rebounds in 18 minutes of action.

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No. 15 men’s basketball gets back on track with strong win over Saint Francis

By Joe von Storch | December 1, 2020

After tumbling 11 spots in the latest AP Poll, the Cavaliers flexed their muscles on both ends of the floor early in the game before coasting to a dominant victory over the Red Flash.

While the Cavaliers' loss to the Dons is certainly tough to digest, it doesn't take away the potential this team has to bring a second title back to Charlottesville

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SMYTHE: Let’s all take a deep breath about men’s basketball

By William Smythe | December 1, 2020

As someone who has witnessed great teams struggle in early matchups time and time again, I have faith in the development of this unbelievably talented team and the 2020-2021 season.

Though the teams shot a similar field goal percentage, with Virginia at 41 percent and San Francisco at 40 percent, the Dons outscored the Cavaliers from the three-point line significantly.

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No. 4 men’s basketball upset by San Francisco 61-60

By Jude Nanaw | November 28, 2020

At the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn., the Cavaliers (1-1, 0-0 ACC) were downed by the Dons (2-1, 0-0 WCC) in a shocking upset, often looking lost on the offensive side of the ball.

Senior forward Sam Hauser looked as good as advertised in the Cavaliers' season-opener, finishing with 19 points and eight rebounds

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No. 4 men’s basketball triumphant in season opener, downing Towson 89-54

By Jude Nanaw | November 27, 2020

The Cavaliers (1-0, 0-0 ACC) defeated Towson (0-1, 0-0 CAA) on the shoulders of an offensive explosion led by junior Trey Murphy and senior Sam Hauser, who combined for 40 points.

Senior forward Jay Huff and the Cavaliers will face one of Virginia's toughest non-conference schedules of the Bennett era.

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Previewing key matchups of the 2020-21 men’s basketball season

By Joe von Storch | November 24, 2020

Despite a slightly shortened non-conference schedule, the Cavaliers will face one of the program’s most daunting schedules in recent years, highlighted by several marquee non-conference matchups.

Diakite is the fourth player from the Cavaliers' 2019 championship squad to sign with a NBA team.

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Mamadi Diakite signs a two-way deal with the Milwaukee Bucks after 2020 NBA Draft

By Jude Nanaw | November 22, 2020

With the deal being a two-way contract, Diakite will split time between the Bucks and their NBA G-League affiliate team the Wisconsin Herd.

Junior guard Kihei Clark will certainly be the Cavaliers’ primary ball-handler, as he proved last season that he can step up when called upon.

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Men’s basketball preview: Taking a look at the 2020-21 Cavaliers

By Jude Nanaw | November 18, 2020

Just a week out from the start of the 2020-21 season, the Cavaliers are slated to face a challenge in filling the void left behind by the departure of forward Mamadi Diakite and guard Braxton Key.

De’Andre Hunter was among the highest-rated recruits that Tony Bennett has brought to Virginia.

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AMJAD: The future of college basketball favors Virginia over any other powerhouse program

By Muhammad Amjad | November 18, 2020

As the world of college basketball is poised for a dramatic shake-up following the resurgence of prep-to-pro recruits, Virginia finds itself positioned better than anyone else thanks to its unique approach.

Junior guard Kihei Clark is one of the "elder statesmen" on a Virginia team that hopes to satisfy high preseason expectations.

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Four takeaways from Virginia men’s basketball media day

By Jude Nanaw | November 12, 2020

The team discussed player development during the offseason, the complications of COVID-19 in the basketball world and expectations for the new season.

No. 18 men’s basketball sweeps season series with Notre Dame, winning 80-68

No. 22 men’s basketball extends winning streak following win against Boston College

No. 22 men’s basketball continues strong start to ACC play with 70-61 win over Wake Forest

No. 23 men’s basketball rebounds with win against Notre Dame

No. 16 men’s basketball falls 98-75 to No. 1 Gonzaga in second game after COVID-19 pause

No. 16 men’s basketball returns to action with convincing 76-40 win over William & Mary

KNAPP: Why Casey Morsell is primed for a breakout season

No. 17 Virginia men’s basketball to return to practice Saturday, host W&M Tuesday

LOTHROP: Former Virginia basketball players on the move across the NBA

No. 18 Virginia men’s basketball pauses season due to COVID-19

No. 15 men’s basketball keeps the ball rolling with overtime victory against Kent State

No. 15 men’s basketball gets back on track with strong win over Saint Francis

SMYTHE: Let’s all take a deep breath about men’s basketball

No. 4 men’s basketball upset by San Francisco 61-60

No. 4 men’s basketball triumphant in season opener, downing Towson 89-54

Previewing key matchups of the 2020-21 men’s basketball season

Mamadi Diakite signs a two-way deal with the Milwaukee Bucks after 2020 NBA Draft

Men’s basketball preview: Taking a look at the 2020-21 Cavaliers

AMJAD: The future of college basketball favors Virginia over any other powerhouse program

Four takeaways from Virginia men’s basketball media day

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