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Recap - Virginia Defeats Michigan 70-68

Virginia grabbed a 70-68 win over Michigan on Tuesday, behind a 18-point effort from Reece Beekman at Crisler Center.

Virginia won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -4.5-point spread.

Kihei Clark had 16 points for Virginia and Kadin Shedrick chipped in with 12 points. Reece Beekman had 5 assists for them, while Jayden Gardner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Michigan got a 23-point performance from Hunter Dickinson, who was supported by 15 points from Jett Howard. Kobe Bufkin had 2 assists in a losing cause for Michigan, while Terrance Williams II grabbed 7 rebounds.

Virginia trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Michigan won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 28-23.

Virginia looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Florida State. Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Kentucky.