Virginia Cavaliers to Face Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Atlanta's Hank McCamish Pavilion

As the Virginia Cavaliers prepare to face off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Hank McCamish Pavilion, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a crucial role. The Cavaliers have shown a mixed bag of performances in their past games, which may influence their approach to the upcoming match.

In their most recent game against the Tigers, despite putting up a strong fight in the first half with 32 points, Virginia struggled defensively allowing 77 points overall and suffering from turnovers. They managed only 54 points with an underwhelming three-point percentage of just 21 percent. This loss highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in maintaining ball control and defensive pressure.

However, looking back at their home game against Northeastern Huskies, Virginia secured a narrow victory with 56 points. Their defense was notably stronger; they recorded four blocks and eight steals while committing fewer personal fouls than in subsequent games. Yet again though, three-point shooting was lackluster at just over 14 percent.

The Cavaliers' most convincing recent performance came against North Carolina Central Eagles where they dominated both halves for a comprehensive win scoring 77 points. Their field goal percentage was impressive at over 54 percent including nearly 43 percent from beyond the arc – showcasing what Virginia is capable of when they find their rhythm.

Analyzing these trends suggests that consistency is key for Virginia; when they manage to balance solid defense with efficient scoring, they are tough to beat. However, turnovers and poor three-point shooting have been issues that need addressing if they hope to come out on top at Hank McCamish Pavilion.

Fans can catch this exciting matchup on January 20th on ACC Network or attend live in Atlanta as both teams vie for dominance on the court.