William Smythe

Joined: Jul 10, 2024

William has been writing for Virginia Cavaliers On SI since August of 2024 and covers football and men's basketball. He is from Norfolk, Virginia and graduated from UVA in 2024.

Mar 20, 2025; Denver, CO, USA; VCU Rams head coach Ryan Odom reacts during the first half against the Brigham Young Cougars in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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Mar 27, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Dallin Hall (30) shoots the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide guard Aden Holloway (2) during the first half during an East Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Mar 12, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Isaac McKneely (11) shoots in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Duke is first in a series of “Five on Five,” in which we will compare Virginia men’s basketball’s presumed starting five with those of the ACC’s 17 other teams.

Dec 7, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) throws during the third quarter against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the 2024 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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With the season on the horizon, let's rank and preview the ACC's 17-team race in 2025-26. 1. Clemson (10-4, 7-1 ACC in 2024-25) Last Seen: Losing 38-24 at No. 5

Apr 8, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard De'Andre Hunter (12) cuts down the net after beating the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the championship game of the 2019 men's Final Four at US Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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In the thick of the offseason, let’s dive into the last 25 years of Virginia men’s basketball and discuss who cracks the starting five of the 21st Century. With

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Virginia’s roster is now complete. Seven players joined via the transfer portal, two are incoming high school recruits, two are international prospects and thre

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Virginia has added to its impressive offseason haul with the addition of 22-year-old forward Thijs de Ridder — a Belgian playing with Bilbao Basket in Spain’s L

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With rosters essentially finalized, we’ve updated our review of the ACC’s performance in yet another hectic offseason. Overall, the conference looks poised for

Feb 13, 2025; Spokane, Washington, USA; San Francisco Dons guard Malik Thomas (1) shoots against Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Emmanuel Innocenti (5) in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 88-77. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

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As things stand today, Virginia now has twelve players on their roster. Eight joined via the transfer portal, two are incoming high school recruits, and two are

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Thomas provides a massive boost to Virginia's backcourt headed Ryan Odom's first season.

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The ACC recently announced a change that will be implemented in the 2025-26 season: an 18-game schedule is set to replace the allotted 20 games. Coming off of a

Grading Every ACC Basketball Team's Roster Moves Ahead of Next Season

Projecting Virginia's starting five months before the 2025-26 season tips off.

Analyzing the short-term and big picture effects of the transfer portal on both the Virginia football and men's basketball programs.

William Smythe

Joined: Jul 10, 2024

Virginia Men's Basketball: Way Too Early Preview and Predictions For Major Non-Conference Opponents

ACC Basketball Five on Five: Comparing Virginia and North Carolina's Starting Lineups

ACC Basketball Five on Five: Comparing Virginia And NC State's Starting Lineups

ACC Basketball Five on Five: Comparing Virginia And Louisville's Starting Lineups

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College Basketball Five on Five: Comparing Virginia's Best Versus Duke's Best

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ACC Football: 2025 Preseason Power Rankings

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Virginia Men’s Basketball Starting Five: An All-21st Century Lineup

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A Final Starting Lineup Prediction for Virginia Men’s Basketball

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Virginia Men’s Basketball Makes Another International Splash with Belgium’s Thijs de Ridder

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Reevaluating ACC Men’s Basketball Offseason Report Cards

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Updated Starting Lineup Prediction for Virginia Men’s Basketball after the Addition of Malik Thomas

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Virginia Men's Basketball Lands San Francisco Guard Malik Thomas

ACC Men's Basketball Shifts to an 18-Game Schedule Next Season; How Will this Impact Virginia Basketball?

ACC Men's Basketball Offseason Report Cards

Virginia Men's Basketball: A Way-too-Early Starting Five

Round Robin: How Are UVA Football & Basketball Faring in the Transfer Portal?