UVA Basketball: ‘Hoos host Coppin State from the MEAC in JPJ on Monday

Virginia looks to remain undefeated at John Paul Jones Arena

Game Preview

The Virginia Cavaliers will host the Coppin State Eagles on Monday night at John Paul Jones Arena. The Cavaliers are 5-0 at home this season, while the Eagles are 1-5 on the road.

Virginia is coming off a 73-66 win over the Richmond Spiders on Saturday. Kihei Clark led the way for the Cavaliers with 18 points, while Armaan Franklin added 17 points and Jayden Gardner chipped in with 16 points.

Coppin State is coming off a 78-73 loss to the Morgan State Bears on Saturday. Nendah Tarke led the way for the Eagles with 22 points, while Dejuan Clayton added 19 points and Sam Sessoms chipped in with 16 points.

The Cavaliers will be looking to continue their strong play at home, while the Eagles will be looking to pick up their first road win of the season.

Players to Watch

• Kihei Clark, Virginia: The senior point guard is averaging 11.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game this season.
• Armaan Franklin, Virginia: The junior guard is averaging 11.3 points and 4.0 rebounds per game this season.
• Jayden Gardner, Virginia: The senior forward is averaging 10.8 points and 5.3 rebounds per game this season.
• Nendah Tarke, Coppin State: The senior forward is averaging 16.0 points and 5.5 rebounds per game this season.
• Dejuan Clayton, Coppin State: The junior guard is averaging 12.8 points and 4.5 rebounds per game this season.
• Sam Sessoms, Coppin State: The sophomore guard is averaging 10.0 points and 3.5 rebounds per game this season.

Prediction

The Cavaliers are the clear favorites in this matchup. They are a more talented team and they have the home-court advantage. The Eagles will need to play a perfect game to have a chance to win.

Prediction: Virginia 75, Coppin State 60