Texas hangs tough but struggles in key areas in loss to Virginia on Wednesday

Fansided | December 5, 2025

The Texas Longhorns fall to Virginia 88–69. Dailyn Swain shines, but Virginia dominates key stats. Full Texas basketball recap and analysis here.

Dec 3, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Dailyn Swain (3) shoots a three point basket against Virginia Cavaliers guard Sam Lewis (5) during the first half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images | Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

Texas (6–3) faced Virginia (7–1) in Wednesday's late-night college basketball matchup, with the Cavaliers pulling away for an 88–69 win. Here’s my expert breakdown of the good, the bad, and the in-between for Texas basketball.