- Matchup: Arkansas Razorbacks vs Virginia Cavaliers
- Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Venue: Capital One Arena, Washington, DC
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Virginia Cavaliers, holding a record of 2-0, aim to secure victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks, who are 1-0, this Sunday at the Capital One Arena.
The Arkansas Razorbacks had a dominant performance against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, winning 106-61 in their previous outing. They committed 17 personal fouls while their opponent recorded 28 fouls. The Razorbacks hit 6 of 21 attempts from beyond the arc. Arkansas-Pine Bluff managed to shoot 68.4% from the free-throw line, converting 13 of 19 attempts. Furthermore, they secured 21 rebounds, including 7 offensive and 14 defensive, but failed to record any blocks. Arkansas-Pine Bluff dished out 10 assists and made 6 steals during the game. On the defensive end, the Razorbacks allowed their rivals to shoot 38.9%, letting them convert 21 of 54 field goals. Arkansas registered 19 assists while forcing 22 turnovers and achieving 16 steals. Regarding rebounding, they totaled 41, with 15 offensive rebounds contributing to their dominance. At the charity stripe, the Razorbacks converted 30 of their 42 free throw attempts for a shooting percentage of 71.4%. Overall, Arkansas finished the game with an impressive shooting percentage of 54.7%, making 35 of 64 field goals and converting 6 of 18 three-point shots.
Jeremiah Wilkinson stood out in this match, shooting 63.6% from the field and contributing 3 assists. He logged 22 minutes of play, secured 6 rebounds, and scored 23 points by hitting 7 of 11 field goals.
For the season, Arkansas holds a 1-0 record. They average 11.0 turnovers and 17.0 fouls per game. Currently, the Razorbacks are pulling down 43.0 rebounds per contest and rank 256th in college basketball with 19 assists this year. They have a three-point shooting percentage of 33.3% (6 of 18) and are also shooting 71.4% from the free-throw line. Offensively, they average 106.0 points per game, ranking 11th in the country, with a field goal percentage of 54.7%.
Defensively, the Razorbacks force an average of 24.0 turnovers while committing 28.0 fouls per game. They have limited opponents to 28.6% on three-point shots and rank 91st in college basketball by allowing 61.0 points per game. Opponents are shooting 38.9% from the field (21 of 54), and Arkansas gives up 27.0 boards each game, ranking 33rd in Division 1 for assists allowed with 10 per game.
In their last game, the Virginia Cavaliers triumphed over Northeastern with a score of 97-72. Regarding rebounds, Virginia allowed Northeastern to grab 24 total (4 on the offensive end). They shot 26.1% from the three-point line, making 6 of 23 attempts, and finished at 81.8% from the free-throw line by converting 18 of 22 attempts. The Cavaliers permitted Northeastern to shoot 24 of 52 (46.2%). Ultimately, Virginia achieved a field goal percentage of 54.0% by making 34 of 63 attempts. From beyond the arc, the Cavaliers hit 12 of 31 shots (38.7%). Northeastern was called for 19 fouls, leading to Virginia’s 21 free throw attempts. The Cavaliers also forced 14 turnovers and recorded 12 steals during the game, while grabbing 23 defensive rebounds and 9 offensive boards for a total of 32 rebounds.
Chance Mallory was instrumental for the Cavaliers, scoring 20 points in 28 minutes and adding 5 assists. He shot 58.3%, making 7 of 12 shots, along with 2 rebounds.
Virginia enters the game with a 2-0 record this season. They average 16.0 personal fouls per game and exhibit an impressive 80.0% success rate from the free-throw line. They dish out 21.5 assists per game (45th nationally) and have 14.0 turnovers on average. So far, they’ve collected 186 points this season and grab 39.5 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Cavaliers shoot 50.8%, placing them 80th in the nation.
Defensively, Virginia concedes 29.2% on three-point shots (14 of 48) and allows opponents to connect on 82.8% of their free throws. They grant an average of 12.0 assists and 30.0 boards per game, ranking 176th and 78th, respectively, in college basketball. The Cavaliers permit 66.0 points per game, placing them 137th in Division 1. They force 20.0 turnovers on average and allow teams to shoot 42.7% from the floor, ranking 210th nationally.
Which team will emerge victorious in this NCAA matchup against the spread?
Expert Prediction: Bet on Virginia
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