Overview
- Virginia beat previously unbeaten Northwestern 83-78 in White Sulphur Springs to move to 5-0.
- The Cavaliers made 30 free throws to the Wildcats’ 17 and overcame a 38% shooting night and 5-of-24 from deep.
- Freshman Thijs De Ridder posted a season-high 26 points before fouling out with 5:46 remaining.
- Chance Mallory added 16 points and eight rebounds, and fellow freshman Johann Gruenloh blocked a potential tying three in the final minute.
- Jayden Reid led Northwestern with 25 points and 11-of-14 free throws, while Arrinten Page scored 20 before fouling out.