Overview
- Virginia shot 62% and controlled the boards 45-23, racing to a 45-25 halftime lead.
- Thijs De Ridder paired his 27 points with eight rebounds, while Malik Thomas, Sam Lewis and Elijah Gertrude added 11 each.
- American dropped to 7-6, held to 32% shooting and just six free throws, with Julen Iturbe leading with 13 points.
- Key reserve Jacari White did not play after fracturing his left wrist against Maryland and wore a cast on the bench.
- The Cavaliers visit Virginia Tech to begin ACC play on Dec. 31, and American hosts Loyola Maryland that same day.