- Matchup: Stanford Cardinal vs Virginia Cavaliers
- Event Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Venue: John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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This Saturday, the Stanford Cardinal (13-3) will face off against the Virginia Cavaliers (13-2) at the John Paul Jones Arena.
In their previous matchup, the Stanford Cardinal secured a narrow victory over Virginia Tech, winning 69-68. Stanford showcased a field goal percentage of 44.8% (26 of 58) and sank 10 of 28 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Cardinal converted 7 out of 9 attempts, achieving 77.8%. They dominated the boards with 29 rebounds, including 10 offensive grabs. The team also recorded 11 assists while forcing 9 turnovers and securing 7 steals. Defensively, Stanford limited Virginia Tech to a shooting percentage of 39.6% (21 of 53). Virginia Tech managed to make 7 assists and garnered 4 steals, grabbing 34 rebounds (13 offensive, 21 defensive), but did not register any blocks. From the free-throw line, Virginia Tech connected on 19 of 25 attempts, achieving 76.0%. They hit 7 of 20 three-point attempts while Stanford committed 21 personal fouls against Virginia Tech’s 13.
Ebuka Okorie was pivotal for Stanford, scoring an impressive 31 points on 11 of 18 shooting. He logged 38 minutes on the court and secured 2 rebounds while also dishing out 6 assists.
Stanford enters with a season record of 13-3, averaging 78.3 points per game (153rd in Division I) and shooting 43.4% from the field. The Cardinal excel in three-point shooting at 34.5% (138 of 400) and convert 72.4% from the free-throw line. Overall, Stanford collects an average of 35.6 rebounds per game, complemented by 195 assists this season, ranking 287th nationally in assists. They average 10.9 turnovers and 17.8 personal fouls per game.
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On the defensive end, Stanford forces an average of 14.4 turnovers per game while averaging 20.7 personal fouls. They currently rank 36th nationally for limiting assists allowed, with 166 given up this year. Stanford allows 44.8% shooting from the floor (389 of 868) and hits the boards with 32.3 rebounds per contest. They concede 33.3% shooting from three-point territory and rank 114th in Division I for points allowed per game (70.7).
The Virginia Cavaliers recently triumphed with an 84-60 victory over California. In terms of rebounding, Virginia permitted California to collect 24 (5 offensive). Virginia’s three-point shooting was subpar at 15.8%, hitting only 3 of 19 attempts, while converting 19 of 22 free throws (86.4%). California shot 35.2% from the field, hitting 19 of 54. Virginia, finished the game making 30 of 60 shots for a shooting percentage of 50.0%. The Cavaliers managed to convert 9 of 29 attempts from beyond the arc (31.0%) and went to the charity stripe 23 times, hitting 15 for a percentage of 65.2%. California committed 20 personal fouls, while the Cavaliers recorded 38 total rebounds (29 defensive, 9 offensive).
Malik Thomas was a standout for Virginia, contributing 20 points in 25 minutes of play and adding 3 assists. He achieved a shooting percentage of 58.3%, converting 7 of 12 attempts, alongside 4 rebounds.
This season, Virginia boasts a record of 13-2. They average 19.1 personal fouls per game and convert 68.1% of their free throws. With 1,291 total points this season, they average a remarkable 86.1 points per game while corralling 42.3 rebounds. Virginia’s offensive shooting stands at 48.4%, ranking 58th in the nation.
Defensively, Virginia ranks 57th in Division I for points allowed per game, averaging 67.6. They force 11.5 turnovers per game and have held opponents to a shooting percentage of 38.4% from the floor (17th in Division I). Opponents are shooting 29.6% from beyond the arc (95 of 321) and hitting 72.9% of their free throws. Virginia concedes 10.9 assists and 32.8 rebounds per game, ranking them 31st and 88th in Division I, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Stanford
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