Virginia 79, Belmont 67

Who says Virginia can’t turn up the offense when it needs it?

Belmont tried to push the tempo vs. the Cavaliers, and the Cavs were willing to play along thanks to their superior quickness and athleticism. It was a bit out of UVA’s comfort zone, but the Cavs seemed to enjoy the change of pace and played with plenty of energy on both ends of the floor.

Virginia pulled away late, but opponents better take notice. The Cavs are willing and able to play multiple styles, and this outing could be a tune-up for a different UVA squad in the third round.