Men's Basketball

Virginia fans should be excited to see what the refreshed roster has in store this year.

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Previewing Virginia men’s basketball’s 2021 roster

By Ben Anderson | November 9, 2021

After a solid 2020-2021 season with the ever-reliable Coach Tony Bennett at the helm, a flood of names both exited and entered the Virginia men's basketball program

Virginia — the defending ACC regular-season champions — will play 10 home conference games, 10 away conference games, 6 home non-conference games and 4 away non-conference games.

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Previewing pivotal games of the 2021-22 men’s basketball season

By William Smythe | November 9, 2021

Matchups against Houston, North Carolina, Virginia Tech and Duke are some of the highlights of the upcoming men's basketball season.

While Virginia has been known for its basketball prowess in the United States, four Cavaliers extended the University’s dominance to a global stage.

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Four Cavaliers spend time hooping in Tokyo

By Brandon Brown | August 30, 2021

What many may not know about Virginia basketball is that multiple Cavaliers bridge international waters — most recently, with four of them competing in the Olympics.

Virginia junior guard Trey Murphy III was the only Division I player last season to join the "50-40-90" club, shooting 50.3 percent from the field, 43.3 percent from the three-point line and 92.7 percent from the free-throw line.

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Junior guard Trey Murphy III drafted 17th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies, traded to the New Orleans Pelicans

By Akhil Rekulapelli | August 1, 2021

The Durham, N.C. native played three seasons in the college ranks — two with Rice and one with Virginia — before declaring for the NBA Draft in mid-April.

Morsell will head to NC State after having an inconsistent few years wearing orange and blue.

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KNAPP: The Virginia basketball revolving door sets a dangerous precedent for the future

By Jacob Knapp | April 29, 2021

A revolving door is a dangerous precedent to set for the culture of the team, and Bennett should look to pull it out by the hinges after this offseason.

Singletary and Brogdon had their jerseys raised up in 2009 and 2017, respectively.

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BROWN: Is it time for Virginia basketball to revisit the retired jersey discussion? I think so.

By Brandon Brown | April 17, 2021

Two Cavaliers have been permanently honored by the men's basketball program, but who should be next?

Superstition may lead you to think that Kihei’s hairstyle has an impact on his play, but statistics can somewhat back it up

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LISS AND BROWN: Is Kihei’s hairstyle the key to Virginia’s success?

By Sam Liss and Brandon Brown | March 30, 2021

From Allen Iverson cornrows to the Kyle Guy-esque man bun to a more natural look, Clark's hair this past season was anything but consistent.

Morsell averaged 14.8 minutes of playing time per game this season, down from 21.8 in the 2019-20 season.

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Casey Morsell enters the NCAA Transfer Portal

By Jude Nanaw | March 28, 2021

After two seasons at Virginia, sophomore guard Casey Morsell will be looking to become a part of another college basketball program.

Virginia senior forward Jay Huff walks off the court following the season-ending loss to Ohio.

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No. 15 men’s basketball’s season ends as it falls to Ohio, 62-58

By Joe von Storch | March 21, 2021

The Bobcats used a 16-2 second half run to take control of the game and pull off the upset against the fourth-seeded Cavaliers.

Senior forwards Jay Huff and Sam Hauser will certainly play a key role in Virginia's pursuit of a second national title.

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March Madness Roundtable: Key questions as the tournament begins

By CD Sports Staff | March 20, 2021

With uncertainty brewing ahead of the NCAA Tournament, the CD Sports Staff shares its thoughts about what's to come for the men's basketball team.

After multiple missed opportunities during the Sampson era, Coach Tony Bennett led the Cavaliers to the promised land in 2019.

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Ranking Virginia men’s basketball’s top five tournament teams

By Akhil Rekulapelli | March 20, 2021

From the glory days highlighted by former center Ralph Sampson, a three-time College Player of the Year, to the recent successes under Coach Tony Bennett, Virginia men's basketball has had its fair share of impressive tournament teams.

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LOTHROP: The systems that make Virginia basketball so successful

By Connor Lothrop | March 19, 2021

Under Coach Tony Bennett, the Cavaliers have become infamous for the Pack Line defense and the Blocker-Mover offense — two deliberate and efficient approaches on both ends of the floor that has led Virginia to many wins.

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Meet Sam Hauser: The Wisconsin native who will lead the Cavaliers into the NCAA Tournament

By Vignesh Mulay | March 19, 2021

Hauser is playing the best basketball of his season right now, just in time for the NCAA Tournament.

March Madness will be played for the first time since 2019 beginning March 18 after being canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19.

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March Madness, explained

By Sarah Pettycord | March 18, 2021

Here's everything you need to know about March Madness just in time for the 2021 tournament.

Junior guard Kihei Clark led Virginia with 19 points the last time they faced Gonzaga on Dec. 26. Both the Cavaliers and Bulldogs will be competing in the Western Region of the bracket.

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Men’s basketball preview: The NCAA Tournament

By Joe von Storch and Jude Nanaw | March 18, 2021

Following a disappointing exit due to COVID-19 in the ACC tournament, the Cavaliers will have the opportunity to retake the court against Ohio in the round of 64.

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Taking a look at how former Virginia men’s basketball players are faring in the NBA

By Jacob Tisdale | March 14, 2021

Virginia alumni’s veteran scorers as well as young emerging talent are providing a strong argument that the Cavaliers are capable of producing skilled players at the NBA level.

Virginia Coach Tony Bennett and freshman guard Reece Beekman celebrate after beating Syracuse Thursday in the ACC Tournament quarterfinals

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No. 16 men’s basketball out of ACC tournament after positive COVID-19 test within the program

By Joe von Storch | March 12, 2021

Although the Cavaliers were expected to receive an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament, strict testing protocols may keep Virginia out of the “big dance,” effectively ending its season.

Freshman guard Reece Beekman's three-pointer could not have come at a more crucial moment for Virginia.

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No. 16 men’s basketball advances with buzzer beater win against Syracuse

By Jude Nanaw | March 11, 2021

A three-pointer by freshman guard Reece Beekman as the final second ticked away allowed Virginia to escape with the victory.

Virginia looks to sweep both the ACC Tournament and regular season titles in the coming weeks.

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Men’s basketball preview: the ACC Tournament

By Joe von Storch and Jude Nanaw | March 11, 2021

With the expectation that the tournament will be wide open this time around, there are a number of factors that will be crucial in the team’s pathways to the title.

Junior guard Trey Murphy posted an impressive 17 points and six rebounds in Saturday's bout against Louisville.

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No. 21 men’s basketball captures ACC regular season title with win against Louisville

By Jude Nanaw | March 6, 2021

Following a Florida State loss earlier in the day, the door was open for Virginia to prevail in winning the ACC regular season title.

Previewing Virginia men’s basketball’s 2021 roster

Previewing pivotal games of the 2021-22 men’s basketball season

Four Cavaliers spend time hooping in Tokyo

Junior guard Trey Murphy III drafted 17th overall in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies, traded to the New Orleans Pelicans

KNAPP: The Virginia basketball revolving door sets a dangerous precedent for the future

BROWN: Is it time for Virginia basketball to revisit the retired jersey discussion? I think so.

LISS AND BROWN: Is Kihei’s hairstyle the key to Virginia’s success?

Casey Morsell enters the NCAA Transfer Portal

No. 15 men’s basketball’s season ends as it falls to Ohio, 62-58

March Madness Roundtable: Key questions as the tournament begins

Ranking Virginia men’s basketball’s top five tournament teams

LOTHROP: The systems that make Virginia basketball so successful

Meet Sam Hauser: The Wisconsin native who will lead the Cavaliers into the NCAA Tournament

March Madness, explained

Men’s basketball preview: The NCAA Tournament

Taking a look at how former Virginia men’s basketball players are faring in the NBA

No. 16 men’s basketball out of ACC tournament after positive COVID-19 test within the program

No. 16 men’s basketball advances with buzzer beater win against Syracuse

Men’s basketball preview: the ACC Tournament

No. 21 men’s basketball captures ACC regular season title with win against Louisville

Board of Visitors to address diversity initiatives with Supreme Court affirmative action ruling pending

LANFORD: All Virginians, including ex-felons, deserve voting rights

ISTVAN: Starting pitching the key for Virginia baseball in NCAA Tournament

Academic and Student Life Committee announces new software for undergraduate advising

Board of Visitors Finance Committee approves University’s $5.4 billion fiscal year budget

Board of Visitors discusses DEI initiatives, faculty political affiliations and U.Va.’s ranking

The committee on the College at Wise discusses efforts to improve retention rates

LANFORD: All Virginians, including ex-felons, deserve voting rights

Academic and Student Life Committee announces new software for undergraduate advising

Board of Visitors Finance Committee approves University’s $5.4 billion fiscal year budget

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