Virginia has been tested, challenged and doubted, arguably more than any No. 1 seed in the expanded tourney era, and they’ve found ways to win:
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Make no mistake, Virginia isn’t likely to have a cakewalk in Minneapolis. But they’ve been tested, challenged and doubted, arguably more than any No. 1 seed in the expanded tourney era, and they’ve found ways to win. Secondly, Tony Bennett has a veteran lineup that knows how to communicate and play together at both ends of the floor. There’s enough depth to go big or small as the flow of the game dictates, and everybody has confidence in their teammates.
NEWSLETTERSThank you! You're almost signed up for SportsKeep an eye out for an email to confirm your newsletter registration.More newslettersBut to be honest, there’s a lot to be said for the intangibles. If UVa does go on to win the whole thing, the most remembered game of the entire tournament will almost certainly be that regional final, just like 1992.
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