Defense Keys Victory At UNC

Jerome Meyinsse continued his strong play with a career-high 3 blocks at UNC.

Virginia coach Tony Bennett always says good basketball has to start on defense. Virginia players have repeatedly said you have to stay in the pack, a reference to playing together and working as a group in Bennett’s Pack-Line defense. For one night in Chapel Hill, Cavalier fans saw exactly what that defensive attitude can create.

The Hoos shut down the paint, got back in transition, and generally made life difficult for the typically high-octane Heels, leading to a 75-60 Virginia win on Sunday night. Cav coach Tony Bennett said the Pack-Line defense performed well in the victory.

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