Jamil Tucker tied his career high with 12 points against Maryland.

A deft outside shooting touch is something not normally associated with a 6’8” forward. But don’t tell that to Virginia freshman Jamil Tucker . The native of California, who came to Virginia via Gary, Ind., has emerged in recent weeks to make opponents pay when they leave him open – and that is paying dividends for the Hoos.

Tucker has knocked down 13 of 26 3-point attempts (50.0%) on the season and he has good scoring outings recently against Maryland and Gonzaga.

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