Virginia Faces Stanford in Saturday Afternoon Clash

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Virginia Faces Stanford in Saturday Afternoon Clash

The No. 23 Virginia Cavaliers are set to face the Stanford Cardinal in an exciting afternoon clash on Saturday, January 10. The game is part of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and will take place at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, Virginia. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:15 p.m. and will be broadcast on The CW as well as the Virginia Sports Radio Network.

Game Overview

Virginia enters this matchup with a record of 13 wins and 2 losses (2-1 in ACC play), while Stanford holds a record of 13-3 (also 2-1 in ACC). This game marks the end of a two-game homestand for Virginia, who is currently undefeated at home with a perfect 9-0 record in the ongoing season.

Recent Performance

Virginia won its last game against California, defeating them 84-60 on January 7, 2025.
Malik Thomas led the Cavaliers in that matchup with 20 points.
Virginia’s offensive strength is evident as they average 86.1 points per game, which ranks second in school history.

Coaching Highlights

Ryan Odom, appointed as the head coach on March 22, is guiding the Cavaliers in his inaugural season. Prior to this, he led VCU to a remarkable 52-21 record, including a berth in the NCAA Tournament. Odom has a notable history of achieving success in his second season at various programs, including leading UMBC to a historic upset over Virginia in the 2018 NCAA Tournament.

Series History Against Stanford

Virginia’s all-time record against Stanford stands at 1-8. Their only victory in this series occurred during the 1992-93 season, where Virginia secured a 72-48 win. In their last meeting, Stanford triumphed with an 88-65 victory on January 11, 2025, showcasing their offensive prowess.

Key Players

This season, Virginia’s roster includes several standout players, among them:

Thijs De Ridder: Leading scorer at 16.1 points per game.
Malik Thomas: Averaging 12.8 points per game.
Ugonna Onyenso: Notable for his defensive contributions with 2.4 blocks per game.

Statistical Insights

The Cavaliers excel in various statistical categories within the ACC:

First in offensive rebounds with an average of 14.3 per game.
Second in blocks, averaging 6.5 per game.
Fourth in scoring margin, leading by 18.5 points per game.

Looking Ahead

Following the Stanford game, Virginia will travel to face the No. 20 Louisville on January 13. Their upcoming matchup at KFC Yum! Center is another crucial contest for maintaining momentum in the season.

As the Cavaliers prepare for this important clash, fans are eager to see how the team can build on their historic performance and continue their impressive home record this season.