Supporting Cast Provides Boost

Jason Cain helped UVa get off to a fast start against Albany.

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Without question J.R. Reynolds and Sean Singletary were on top of their game in Friday’s NCAA Tournament opener against Albany. They combined for 51 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists all while infusing the team with noticeable energy. But, as has been the case in many of Virginia’s key wins this season, the supporting cast came up big as well. Jason Cain and Tunji Soroye contributed early while controlling the interior and Mamadi Diane defended and hit open shots.

When those players are contributing, that makes UVa a dangerous, dangerous club – especially if Reynolds and Singletary are scoring at a high rate.

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