Virginia Cavaliers Defeat Wright State Raiders 82-73
Friday, March 20, 2026, 1:50 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Virginia Cavaliers 82, Wright State Raiders 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Wright State Raiders vs Virginia Cavaliers?
Virginia Cavaliers beat Wright State Raiders 82-73 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on March 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Wright State Raiders vs Virginia Cavaliers?
Virginia Cavaliers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2400 (about 96% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the Xfinity Mobile Arena, the Virginia Cavaliers secured a victory over the Wright State Raiders with a final score of 82-73. This game showcased the Cavaliers' strong home performance, as they maintained a home record of 30-5 for the season. The victory also highlighted Virginia's ability to bounce back after a recent loss, having come off a defeat against the Duke Blue Devils just five days prior.
The Cavaliers entered this game with a recent form record of 8-2 over their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak before this matchup. Virginia averaged 77.7 points scored and allowed 70.7 points during this stretch. Their home record was an impressive 6-0, demonstrating their dominance at home. In contrast, the Wright State Raiders, with a record of 23-12, also boasted a strong recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games, riding a five-game winning streak into this contest. The Raiders averaged 82.7 points scored and 76.4 points allowed in their recent outings, showing their offensive prowess.
Virginia's performance at home has been particularly noteworthy, as they have consistently outperformed opponents, while Wright State has shown strength in away games, holding a 3-0 record in their last three away contests. The matchup was also significant due to the teams' contrasting styles; Virginia's disciplined defense faced off against Wright State's high-scoring offense.
In terms of previous meetings, this was a critical game for both teams, though specific past encounters were not detailed in the provided facts. The injury situation was not mentioned, indicating that both teams likely fielded their strongest lineups for this important matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Cavaliers favored by 17.5 points, with a total set at 146.5. The odds reflected confidence in Virginia's ability to control the game, especially given their strong home record. The moneyline odds were heavily in favor of Virginia at -2400, while Wright State was listed at +1200.
Game conditions were favorable, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported, allowing both teams to focus on their strategies. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a series of scoring plays that kept the contest competitive. Key moments included Jacari White's driving layup, which brought the score to 71-70 in favor of Virginia, and subsequent plays that saw Johann Grunloh and White contribute significantly to the scoring.
The final moments of the game were marked by free throws from Dallin Hall, sealing the Cavaliers' victory at 82-73. This win not only bolstered Virginia's confidence but also showcased their resilience following a tough loss, while Wright State's strong effort highlighted their potential as a formidable opponent.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UVA -17.5 | 146.5 o -115 / u -105 | Wright State Raiders +1200 · Virginia Cavaliers -2400 |
Leaders
- PointsJacari White26Virginia Cavaliers
- AssistsDallin Hall3Virginia Cavaliers
- ReboundsJohann Grunloh7Virginia Cavaliers
- PointsMichael Imariagbe19Wright State Raiders
- AssistsTJ Burch6Wright State Raiders
- ReboundsMichael Imariagbe10Wright State Raiders
Recent form
Virginia Cavaliers
Last 10: 8-2Streak L177.7 scored · 70.7 allowed per game6-0 at home
- L70-74at Duke Blue DevilsMar 15
- W84-62vs Miami HurricanesMar 13
- W81-74vs NC State WolfpackMar 12
- W76-72vs Virginia Tech HokiesMar 7
- W75-70vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsMar 4
- L51-77at Duke Blue DevilsFeb 28
- W90-61vs NC State WolfpackFeb 25
- W86-83vs Miami HurricanesFeb 21
- W94-68at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 19
- W70-66at Ohio State BuckeyesFeb 15
Wright State Raiders
Last 10: 8-2Streak W582.7 scored · 76.4 allowed per game3-0 away
- W66-63vs Detroit Mercy TitansMar 10
- W103-90vs Northern Kentucky NorseMar 9
- W90-61vs Cleveland State VikingsMar 5
- W92-91at Northern Kentucky NorseMar 1
- W74-70at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 26
- L68-81vs Robert Morris ColonialsFeb 22
- W85-73vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 20
- W102-90at Cleveland State VikingsFeb 15
- L74-77vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 13
- W73-68vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Wright State Raiders | Virginia Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-61 | 28-54 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 13-31 | 13-26 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 50 |
| Free throws | 10-11 | 13-14 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 93 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 29 |
| Assists | 11 | 12 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 28 |
| Fouls | 14 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 18 | 18 |
| Time in front | 41 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-43Dallin Hall makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-43Kellen Pickett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-43Kellen Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-44Johann Grunloh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-45Johann Grunloh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-45Michael Cooper makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half47-48Sam Lewis makes 28-foot three point jumper (Thijs De Ridder assists)
- 2nd Half47-51Thijs De Ridder makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dallin Hall assists)
- 2nd Half50-51Michael Cooper makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half50-53Jacari White makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-53Michael Imariagbe makes 26-foot three point jumper (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half53-54Dallin Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-55Dallin Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55Dominic Pangonis makes 28-foot three point jumper (Michael Imariagbe assists)
- 2nd Half56-58Jacari White makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half58-58Michael Imariagbe makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-58TJ Burch makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-58TJ Burch makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-61Jacari White makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half61-62Dallin Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-63Dallin Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-65Sam Lewis makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half61-66Thijs De Ridder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-67Thijs De Ridder makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-67Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-67Dominic Pangonis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67TJ Burch makes 27-foot three point jumper (Solomon Callaghan assists)
- 2nd Half68-67Michael Cooper makes driving layup (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half69-67Solomon Callaghan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-67Solomon Callaghan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-68Sam Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-69Sam Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-71Jacari White makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-73Johann Grunloh makes layup (Dallin Hall assists)
- 2nd Half70-75Johann Grunloh makes layup (Jacari White assists)
- 2nd Half70-78Jacari White makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sam Lewis assists)
- 2nd Half73-78Michael Imariagbe makes 24-foot three point jumper (TJ Burch assists)
- 2nd Half73-80Jacari White makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-81Dallin Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-82Dallin Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Virginia Cavaliers, below favours Wright State Raiders.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- OfficialsJeff Clark, Brian O'Connell, Brian McNutt
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