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The Virginia Cavaliers are removed from an offensive juggernaut. Enjoying at a sluggish tempo whereas counting on robust protection is a staple of the Tony Bennett system.
In previous years, that’s labored, with the Cavs taking dwelling the nationwide title in 2019. Sadly, the staff on the ground this season gained’t see the identical destiny.
UVA began the 2024 version of March Insanity as many anticipated – poorly.
The Cavaliers entered NCAA Event play averaging 63.6 factors per recreation, the bottom mark within the ACC. They fell nicely shy of that on Tuesday.
An abysmal first half of motion noticed the offense put up simply 14 factors whereas capturing simply 17% from the sphere. The group went scoreless over the ultimate 9 minutes-plus as they fell behind by double digits early.
The struggles continued in the beginning of the second half with the staff persevering with that drought for 3 extra minutes.
In all, almost 13 minutes of recreation motion throughout 20 consecutive missed photographs. Brutal.
Controversy surrounded the Cavs’ preliminary inclusion within the area, and the pitiful efficiency did little to quiet people who believed the Hoos didn’t deserve a spot within the match to start with.
UVA acquired into the First 4 over a handful of snubs.
These included Indiana State, Seton Corridor, St. John’s, and Windfall.
Most pointed to the metrics when making circumstances for others to be picked within the Cavs’ place, and so they’ve been confirmed appropriate.
Virginia not doing a complete lot to silence the Virginia-shouldn’t-have-gotten-a-bid crowd.
— Seth Davis (@SethDavisHoops) March 20, 2024
Virginia was rated No. 54 within the ultimate NET Rankings, however leapfrogged others in entrance of them to steal a bid. The choice committee is probably going kicking itself following a disappointing opening evening.
These snubs will remember to allow them to hear it!
