Virginia Eyes Key Road Win as No. 15 Faces Florida State
Virginia’s No. 15 ranking is on the line as the Cavaliers hit the road to take on Florida State in Tallahassee. The stakes are high for both teams, but the story here is Virginia’s dominance and the test it faces outside its home court. With a 20-3 overall record and 9-2 in the ACC, the Cavaliers have been firing on all cylinders, averaging nearly 83 points per game—an offensive output they haven’t seen in over two decades.
Coach Ryan Odom, in his first year at Virginia, has the Cavaliers clicking. He’s already set a new standard for UVA first-year coaches with a 5-0 start in conference play and this team isn’t just about scoring—they rebound aggressively, block shots and maintain a disciplined defensive style that keeps opponents under 70 points in the vast majority of matchups. That combination of pace, sharing the ball and defensive disruption has put Virginia among the ACC leaders in nearly every key statistic.
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Florida State, on the other hand, sits at 11-12 overall and 4-6 in conference play. Historically, UVA has had the edge in this matchup, leading the all-time series by a narrow margin and they’ve won four straight against the Seminoles, including a tight 60-57 win last season. Still, road games in Tallahassee are never easy and the Seminoles will be looking to protect their home floor and snap Virginia’s streak.
Key players will again be central to this contest. Thijs De Ridder is Virginia’s leading scorer and rebounder, while Dallin Hall runs the offense with poise, leading in assists and assist-to-turnover ratio. Ugonna Onyenso provides a defensive anchor with his shot-blocking ability and a mix of newcomers and returning players gives the team depth and versatility. For Florida State, keeping these stars in check while generating offense of their own will be critical.
This game isn’t just about standings. It’s about momentum, confidence and positioning as the ACC season enters its final stretch. A win here would bolster Virginia’s resume for NCAA Tournament seeding and continue to build Odom’s legacy in his inaugural season. For the Seminoles, an upset would reinvigorate a struggling season and shift the dynamic in the middle of the ACC.
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