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Virginia Cavaliers vs Virginia Tech Hokies Recap - Virginia Wins 56-53

Virginia grabbed a 56-53 win over Virginia Tech on Wednesday, behind a 19-point effort from Mamadi Diakite at Cassell Coliseum.

Virginia was a favorite by -2.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.

Virginia got 10 points from Braxton Key and another 10 points from Kihei Clark. Kihei Clark contributed 6 assists, while Braxton Key cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Virginia Tech got 13 points from Landers Nolley II in a losing cause and another 9 points from P.J. Horne. Wabissa Bede contributed 3 assists for them, while Landers Nolley II had 5 rebounds.

Virginia led at halftime, 26-12.

Virginia had a 32-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Virginia takes its act home to face Duke looking for another win. For Virginia Tech, they head on the road to face Louisville.