Virginia Cavaliers dominate Manhattan Jaspers in non-conference showdown

In Charlottesville, Virginia, the Virginia Cavaliers faced off against the Manhattan Jaspers in a non-conference basketball game on November 26, 2024. This matchup was the first meeting of the season between the two teams, each entering the game with a record of 3-2. The Cavaliers have shown strong performance at home, remaining undefeated so far with a 2-0 record in home games. In contrast, the Jaspers struggled on the road, suffering two losses this season. Key players in the game include Virginia's Isaac McKneely, averaging 12.4 points per game, and Manhattan's Devin Dinkins, who is contributing significantly with a shooting percentage of 52.6% from three-point range. Virginia's average of 8.8 made three-pointers per game presents a slight advantage over Manhattan, which allows an average of 9.4. Similarly, Manhattan's performance is characterized by making 8.0 three-pointers per game while Virginia allows 8.4. Both teams seek to improve their overall performance as they try to leverage their strengths. The game is crucial for both teams to build momentum early in the season and establish them as strong competitors in their respective leagues.