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Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Virginia Cavaliers forward Thijs de Ridder (28) rebounds the ball against Duke Blue Devils guard Isaiah Evans (3) during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Initial Thoughts From Virginia Basketball's 2026-2027 ACC Schedule Release

Steve DeShazo

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Sep 9, 2026

Virginia has a high-stakes duel with UConn set for late December.

Virginia basketball non-conference schedule confirmed, heavyweight battles abound

Xander Tilock

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Sep 7, 2026

Sep 26, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers defensive back Ja'son Prevard (10) is hugged by Cavaliers defensive back Donavon Platt (28) as fans storm the field after defeating No. 8 Florida State. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Virginia’s in-state ‘Big Three’ are leading the Cavaliers to great success

Xander Tilock

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Sep 7, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Chance Mallory (2) shoots the ball while Miami (FL) Hurricanes center Ernest Udeh Jr. (8) defends during the second half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Emily Faith Morgan-Imagn Images

Chance Mallory chooses Virginia, time and time again

Xander Tilock

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Sep 6, 2026

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Mar 9, 2019; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers associate head coach Jason Williford cuts down the net after the Cavaliers clinched a share of the ACC regular season championship after their game against the Louisville Cardinals at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Three Non-Conference Opponents UVA Basketball Should Schedule In the Future

Steve DeShazo

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Sep 4, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Chance Mallory (2) dribbles the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers in the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

TILOCK: With loaded schedule, Virginia basketball has the path for a No. 1 seed

Xander Tilock

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Sep 3, 2026

Jan 7, 2026; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Elijah Gertrude (12) defends as California Golden Bears guard Dai Dai Ames (7) dribbles during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia should be heavily favored at Cal

Xander Tilock

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Aug 23, 2026

Prolific Prep Crew guard Nasir Anderson (1) goes for a layup during the first quarter of a City of Palms Classic Signature Series game against the CIA-Bella Vista Bears at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla., on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025.

Virginia a top-10 finalist for five-star 2027 point guard Nasir Anderson

Xander Tilock

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Aug 22, 2026

Feb 7, 2026; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Syracuse Orange forward Donnie Freeman (1) battles through Virginia Cavaliers defenders during the second half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Emily Faith Morgan-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia and Syracuse, a rivalry reawakened?

Xander Tilock

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Aug 22, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Ryan Odom looks on during the second half against the Wright State Raiders during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Virginia to host 2027 five-star Moussa Kamissoko, the nation’s No. 8 recruit

Xander Tilock

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Aug 22, 2026

Feb 10, 2026; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Virginia Cavaliers forward Thijs De Ridder (28) drives the ball down the court during the second half against the Florida State Seminoles at Donald L. Tucker Center. Mandatory Credit: Melina Myers-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia hosts a revamped Florida State

Xander Tilock

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Aug 21, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers center Ugonna Onyenso (33) attempts a dunk as Virginia Tech Hokies center Christian Gurdak (32) defends in the second half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia versus Virginia Tech should be an electric matchup

Xander Tilock

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Aug 20, 2026

Mar 1, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Andrew Rohde (4) knocks the ball away from Clemson Tigers guard Chase Hunter (1) during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia may have a major advantage over Clemson

Xander Tilock

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Aug 19, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Maryland Terrapins forward Elijah Saunders (13) gestures after making a three point basket against the Oregon Ducks during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Last Year Starting Forward Elijah Saunders Transferring Out Of Maryland

Jaden Golding

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Aug 19, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA;Virginia Cavaliers guard Dallin Hall (30) rebounds the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Dallin Hall enters portal with 'Do Not Contact' tag

Steve DeShazo

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Aug 19, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Ryan Odom reacts after a call against the Queens University of Charlotte Royals during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Virginia basketball Coach Ryan Odom extended through 2031-32

Xander Tilock

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Aug 18, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers forward Thijs de Ridder (28) dribbles the ball against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Virginia Basketball Holds Steady As Top Contender In Latest Bracketology

Xander Tilock

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Aug 18, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Virginia Cavaliers forward Thijs De Ridder (28) handles the ball against NC State Wolfpack guard Paul McNeil (2) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia faces a reloaded NC State

Xander Tilock

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Aug 17, 2026

Mar 13, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Sam Lewis (5) with the ball as Miami (FL) Hurricanes guard Tru Washington (10) defends in the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Five on five: Virginia and Miami an ACC heavyweight battle in Florida

Xander Tilock

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Aug 16, 2026

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