Virginia Cavaliers Defeat Texas Longhorns 88-69
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 9:15 PM ET · Moody Center
Virginia Cavaliers 88, Texas Longhorns 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Virginia Cavaliers vs Texas Longhorns?
Virginia Cavaliers beat Texas Longhorns 88-69 at Moody Center on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in Virginia Cavaliers vs Texas Longhorns?
Texas Longhorns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
The Virginia Cavaliers secured a convincing 88-69 victory over the Texas Longhorns at the Moody Center. This matchup showcased two teams with contrasting recent performances, with Virginia entering the game with a strong away record of 7-1, while Texas held a home record of 6-3. Virginia's success on the road has been notable, as they have maintained a solid form, winning four of their last five games and averaging 89.0 points scored while allowing 71.6 points during that stretch. In contrast, Texas has also been performing well, winning four of their last five games, averaging 95.4 points scored and allowing 76.4 points.
The Cavaliers' recent form included a victory against the Queens University Royals, where they won 94-69, and they have shown resilience in their last outing against Butler, despite a loss. Their scoring average of 80.3 points per game reflects a balanced offensive attack, which was on full display in this matchup. Virginia's ability to score effectively was evident as they built a significant lead, which they maintained throughout the game.
Texas, on the other hand, has been riding a two-game winning streak leading into this game, with their most recent victory against NC State, where they won 102-97. However, their defensive struggles were apparent, as they allowed an average of 74.7 points in their last ten games. Despite their strong offensive capabilities, the Longhorns could not keep pace with Virginia's scoring.
In terms of home and away performance, Texas has a home record of 5-1, while Virginia's away record stands at 7-1. This trend of Virginia performing well away from home has been a crucial factor in their success this season.
Injury-wise, the block did not provide any specific details, which suggests that both teams may have been at full strength for this contest, allowing for a competitive game.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Texas favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 154.5. The odds indicated a close contest expected by bookmakers, but the game unfolded differently, with Virginia dominating the scoreboard.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a series of impressive scoring plays from Virginia, including a layup by Dailyn Swain and a three-point jumper by Carter Lang, which helped extend their lead. Malik Thomas contributed significantly to Virginia's success, making key free throws that pushed the score to 85-63 in the second half.
As the game progressed, Texas struggled to close the gap, with their last scoring plays failing to shift momentum in their favor. The final score of 88-69 reflected Virginia's dominance, with the Cavaliers showcasing their ability to perform under pressure and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Overall, this game highlighted Virginia's strong away performance and Texas's defensive vulnerabilities, setting the stage for what could be an interesting season ahead for both teams.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TEX -3.5 | 154.5 o -108 / u -112 | Virginia Cavaliers +145 · Texas Longhorns -175 |
Leaders
- PointsDailyn Swain15Texas Longhorns
- AssistsDailyn Swain4Texas Longhorns
- ReboundsDailyn Swain10Texas Longhorns
- PointsChance Mallory16Virginia Cavaliers
- AssistsDallin Hall4Virginia Cavaliers
- ReboundsThijs De Ridder6Virginia Cavaliers
Recent form
Texas Longhorns
Last 10: 7-3Streak W289.3 scored · 74.7 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W102-97vs NC State WolfpackNov 27
- W119-78at Chaminade SilverswordsNov 26
- L86-87vs Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 25
- W99-65vs Rider BroncsNov 19
- W71-55vs Kansas City RoosNov 15
- W93-58vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 13
- W97-60vs Lafayette LeopardsNov 8
- L60-75at Duke Blue DevilsNov 5
- L72-83at Tennessee VolunteersMar 14
- W94-89at Texas A&M AggiesMar 13
Virginia Cavaliers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W180.3 scored · 68 allowed per game0-2 away
- W94-69vs Queens University RoyalsNov 28
- L73-80vs Butler BulldogsNov 23
- W83-78vs Northwestern WildcatsNov 21
- W104-78vs Marshall Thundering HerdNov 15
- W91-53vs Hampton PiratesNov 12
- W81-62vs North Carolina Central EaglesNov 8
- W87-53vs Rider BroncsNov 4
- L60-66at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsMar 12
- L70-84at Syracuse OrangeMar 9
- W60-57vs Florida State SeminolesMar 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Virginia Cavaliers | Texas Longhorns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-52 | 24-59 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 12-24 | 4-19 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 21 |
| Free throws | 20-29 | 17-25 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 22 |
| Assists | 18 | 7 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 28 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 91 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half59-37Ugonna Onyenso made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-39Dailyn Swain made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-39Sam Lewis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-39Malik Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-41Tramon Mark made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-41Malik Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dallin Hall.
- 2nd Half67-41Dallin Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-41Dallin Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-42Matas Vokietaitis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-44Dailyn Swain made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-44Thijs De Ridder made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-47Dailyn Swain made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-47Chance Mallory made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-48Jordan Pope made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-49Jordan Pope made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-49Thijs De Ridder made Jumper. Assisted by Chance Mallory.
- 2nd Half73-51Chendall Weaver made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-51Ugonna Onyenso made Layup. Assisted by Thijs De Ridder.
- 2nd Half76-51Chance Mallory made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-51Chance Mallory made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-53Tramon Mark made Jumper.
- 2nd Half78-53Chance Mallory made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-53Chance Mallory made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-53Chance Mallory made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-53Chance Mallory made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-54Jordan Pope made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-55Jordan Pope made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-56Lassina Traore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-57Chendall Weaver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-58Chendall Weaver made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-58Malik Thomas made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-61Simeon Wilcher made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dailyn Swain.
- 2nd Half84-61Malik Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-63Dailyn Swain made Layup.
- 2nd Half85-63Malik Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-65Declan Duru Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half88-65Carter Lang made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Gertrude.
- 2nd Half88-67Tramon Mark made Layup. Assisted by Dailyn Swain.
- 2nd Half88-68Lassina Traore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-69Lassina Traore made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas Longhorns, below favours Virginia Cavaliers.
Venue
- Moody CenterAustin, TX
- Attendance10802
- OfficialsPat Adams, Olandis Poole, K.B. Burdett Jr.
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