Key to the game: Virginia’s defensive rebounding

Virginia held Minnesota to 9 offensive rebounds for an offensive rebound rate of 28.6%, below their season average of 38.1% (good enough for 55th in the nation). Minnesota dominated the glass early in getting out to an early lead but this faded away as the game went on and Virginia took advantage (along with their 3 point percentage) in a big comeback win.

Let’s take a look at how Virginia got out to an early lead.