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Virginia's Bench Erupts for Record Points
10 Dec
Summary
- Virginia's bench scored 53 points, a team high since 2016.
- Jacari White set a school record with 12 consecutive made three-pointers.
- Maryland Eastern Shore has lost two straight games and is 1-7 on the road.
The No. 24 Virginia Cavaliers are set to host Maryland Eastern Shore, looking to extend their home winning streak. Virginia's strength lies in its deep bench, which contributed an impressive 53 points in their recent victory over Dayton, marking the highest reserve scoring output since 2016. This depth is crucial for the Cavaliers, who have a dominant record when scoring 80 or more points.
Key to their recent success is Jacari White, who shattered a school record by making 12 consecutive three-pointers. His performance, along with a strong showing from other reserves like Chance Mallory, highlights Virginia's offensive capabilities. The team's ability to maintain offensive pressure even with substitutions is a significant advantage as they head into this matchup.
Conversely, Maryland Eastern Shore enters the contest on a two-game losing streak and a challenging 1-7 record in away games. Their recent loss to American exposed a vulnerability in defending the three-point line, a critical weakness against a Virginia team that frequently exceeds ten made three-pointers per game. The Hawks will need a significant performance to overcome these trends.
