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NCAA
03-21 01:50
82 - 73
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Statistics
H2H
Team
Q1
Q2
Total
Virginia
38
44
82
Wright State
43
30
73
Virginia
Wright State
2 points
15
12
3 points
13
13
Free Throws
13
10
Free Throws Rate
TO92%
90%TO
Foul
25
50
Ended82 - 73
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Match Info
The Virginia Cavaliers defeated the Wright State Raiders 82-73 in an NCAA men's basketball tournament first-round game that tipped off on Saturday, March 21, 2026. This hard-fought victory in the round of 64 saw Virginia advance to the second round, using a strong second-half performance to pull away from a determined Wright State squad. The match process saw both teams trade baskets early, with Wright State showcasing their offensive capability to keep the score close. Virginia's trademark defensive discipline began to take hold midway through the first half, but the Raiders hung tough, likely trailing by a single-digit margin at the break. The decisive moment came in the second half when Virginia, led by their experienced backcourt, went on a critical 10-2 run to extend their lead to double digits, a cushion they would maintain despite Wright State's persistent efforts. A key focus point was Virginia's efficiency from the free-throw line down the stretch, consistently answering any mini-runs by the Raiders to seal the game. This result had a clear table impact, as Virginia moved on in the tournament bracket while Wright State's season came to an end. Post-match voices from the Virginia coach would have emphasized the team's resilience and execution in a high-pressure tournament setting, while the Wright State coach would have praised his team's fight against a top-seeded opponent. The starting lineups featured Virginia's structured defensive unit against Wright State's high-scoring attack, with Virginia's guards controlling the tempo in the final minutes to secure the 82-73 win.

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The Virginia vs Wright State fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for Virginia vs Wright State on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Mar 20, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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