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Did Virginia Cavaliers' Dominance Over Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Hank McCamish Pavilion Signal a New Era?

The Virginia Cavaliers, ranked 14th, showcased their prowess with a commanding 94-68 victory over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. This win improved the Cavaliers' record to 20-5, while the Yellow Jackets fell to 10-15. The game was held at Hank McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta and witnessed an attendance of 5,056 fans.


Feb 18, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Jacari White (6) shoots against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

First Half


The first half saw the Hoos take control early on with an impressive offensive display. Scoring 59 points in this period alone, they established a significant lead over Tech's mere 27 points. Johann Grunloh stood out for UVA with his defensive contributions, recording four blocks and six rebounds by halftime. Dallin Hall also made his presence felt by contributing significantly to both scoring and playmaking efforts.


Second Half


In the second half, despite a spirited effort from the Jackets who scored 41 points compared to their earlier performance, it was not enough to close the gap created by UVA's initial surge. Thijs De Ridder continued his excellent form from previous games by adding another stellar performance with high shooting efficiency and crucial steals that kept Georgia Tech at bay.


Feb 18, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Jacari White (6) drives past Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Lamar Washington (1) in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Post-game Analysis


The Virginia Cavaliers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets tactical recap highlighted how UVA capitalized on fast breaks and second-chance opportunities throughout the game. Their ability to convert turnovers into points was pivotal in maintaining their lead against any comeback attempts from GT.


As for post-game thoughts Virginia Cavaliers fans can relish this dominant display as it underscores their team's depth and versatility across all positions on court.


Feb 18, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Malik Thomas (1) shoots over Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets guard Akai Fleming (0) in the first half at McCamish Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Looking ahead, UVA is set to face Miami (FL) Hurricanes next at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville on February 21st at 2:00 PM EST. Fans can catch all action live via ESPN2 broadcast network.


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