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No. 9 Hoos Make Statement in Win Over No. 12 Arkansas
By Jeff White (jwhite@virginia.edu)
VirginiaSports.com
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In their first major challenge of the young season, the Virginia Cavaliers showed why they’re ranked in the top 10 nationally. Facing No. 12 Arkansas in the Skyscanner Capital Showcase, No. 9 UVA built a 27-point lead in the second half en route to a 91-72 victory Sunday afternoon (Nov. 8) at Capital One Arena.
All five starters scored in double figures for the Wahoos (3-0), including 7-foot center Johann Grünloh, who was named the game’s MVP. Grünloh finished with 15 points, four rebounds, two assists and a game-high five blocked shots.