The California Golden Bears (7-7, 0-3 ACC) will attempt to halt a three-game losing streak when they host the Virginia Cavaliers (8-6, 1-2 ACC) on January 8, 2025 at Haas Pavilion.
In its previous game, Cal lost to Clemson on Saturday, 80-68. Andrej Stojakovic scored a team-high 30 points (and added one assist and two rebounds). Virginia dropped its most recent game to Louisville, 70-50, on Saturday. Andrew Rohde was its top scorer with 16 points.
When is Cal vs. Virginia and when does it start?
This contest between the Golden Bears and Cavaliers will go down on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. You can expect the opening tip at 11:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Cal vs. Virginia
The Golden Bears and Cavaliers will take to the floor at Haas Pavilion for this matchup on January 8, and if you would like to catch the action live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPNU (>Watch on Fubo).
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California Golden Bears vs. Virginia Cavaliers Game Preview
Cal Stats, Odds & Insights
Cal scores 77.8 points per game (116th in college basketball) and gives up 76.9 (311th in college basketball) for a +13 scoring differential overall.
The Golden Bears are averaging 77.8 points, 16.3 more than the Cavaliers give up.
Cal hits 7.9 three-pointers per game (175th in college basketball) at a 35.9% rate (83rd in college basketball), compared to the 8 its opponents make while shooting 37.6% from deep.
Offensively, the Golden Bears have fared better in home games this season, putting up 83 points per game, compared to 75 per game in road games.
Virginia Stats, Odds & Insights
Virginia puts up 61.4 points per game (360th in college basketball) while allowing 61.5 per outing (10th in college basketball). It has a -2 scoring differential.
The Cavaliers’ 61.4 points per game are 15.5 fewer than the Golden Bears concede.
Virginia connects on 7.9 three-pointers per game (175th in college basketball) at a 36.8% rate (63rd in college basketball), compared to the 7.9 its opponents make, shooting 32.5% from deep.
Golden Bears Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrej Stojakovic | 14 | 19.9 | 4.5 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 1.8 |
| Jeremiah Wilkinson | 14 | 12.6 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 1.4 |
| Jovan Blacksher Jr. | 11 | 12 | 2 | 3.4 | 1.2 | 0 | 2.3 |
| B.J. Omot | 4 | 10.8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0.3 | 1.5 |
| Rytis Petraitis | 14 | 7.8 | 4.1 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Cavaliers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isaac McKneely | 14 | 12.3 | 3.8 | 3.1 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 2.9 |
| Elijah Saunders | 14 | 12.1 | 4.9 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.9 |
| Andrew Rohde | 13 | 9.1 | 2.2 | 3.2 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 1.3 |
| Jacob Cofie | 14 | 7.9 | 5.6 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 0.5 |
| Dai Dai Ames | 13 | 6.8 | 1.8 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.8 |
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