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Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Virginia Cavaliers Picks and Predictions February 18, 2026

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The #14 Virginia Cavaliers travel to Atlanta tonight for an ACC clash with the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET at McCamish Pavilion, with the game airing live on the ACC Network. Virginia (22-3) looks to extend its six-game winning streak and maintain its grip on second place in the conference standings, while Georgia Tech (11-15) aims to play spoiler on their home floor.

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Virginia vs Georgia Tech Odds

The Cavaliers enter as heavy favorites, though the double-digit spread reflects the defensive grind typical of a Tony Bennett-inspired (and now Ryan Odom-led) system. You can find the latest college basketball odds for this and other ACC matchups to track any late-market shifts.

TeamMoneylineSpreadTotal
Virginia-1250-13.5 (-110)O 146.5 (-110)
Georgia Tech+672+13.5 (-113)U 146.5 (-110)

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Virginia is fresh off a 70-66 victory over Ohio State in Nashville. Malik Thomas led the scoring with 13 points, while Ugonna Onyenso dominated the paint with 10 rebounds and 4 blocks. The Virginia Cavaliers stats and results paint a picture of an elite unit that ranks first in the ACC in rebounding (41.6 RPG) and three-point defense, holding opponents to just 29.8% from deep.

The Virginia injury report is fortunately clear heading into tonight. The rotation is led by Thijs De Ridder (15.7 PPG) and floor general Dallin Hall, who leads the conference in assist-to-turnover ratio (3.1). While Virginia has scored 80+ points in 15 games this season, they have averaged just 73 points over their last five contests, showing a return to a more deliberate, defensive-minded pace as the season progresses.

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The Yellow Jackets are looking to snap a multi-game skid following an 89-74 loss to Notre Dame. Despite the team’s struggles, Baye Ndongo remains a double-double threat, averaging 13.2 points and 8.9 rebounds over his last 10 games. The Georgia Tech schedule and stats show they are much more competitive at McCamish Pavilion, where they hold a 10-7 home record.

The Georgia Tech injury report is a concern for tonight’s depth. Center Mouhamed Sylla (ankle) remains out, and guard Jaeden Mustaf is questionable with an undisclosed injury. However, the Jackets did receive a boost as center Cole Kirouac was cleared to play. They will rely heavily on Kowacie Reeves Jr. (15.2 PPG) to provide the perimeter scoring necessary to crack Virginia’s stout defense.

Virginia vs Georgia Tech Matchup Breakdown

This game features a massive contrast in efficiency. Virginia ranks in the top 20 of KenPom’s adjusted efficiency metrics, while Georgia Tech has struggled to find consistency in ACC play. The Yellow Jackets’ best chance lies in their three-point shooting (36.7%), but they face a Virginia defense that is statistically the best in the conference at running shooters off the line.

Historically, Virginia has owned this series in Atlanta, winning their last five trips to McCamish Pavilion. However, the Yellow Jackets famously ended Virginia’s 13-game series win streak in the 2025 ACC Tournament, so the Cavaliers won’t be taking this road trip lightly. With Virginia’s elite rim protection—led by Onyenso (2.6 BPG) and Johann Grünloh (2.0 BPG)—Georgia Tech will likely be forced into a high volume of jump shots.

Virginia vs Georgia Tech Predictions and Best Bets

While 13.5 points is a lot to lay on the road in the ACC, Virginia is 7-1 away from home this season and has a significant talent advantage. Georgia Tech has struggled as a home underdog (7-14 ATS in such spots recently), and their injury-thinned frontcourt will likely struggle to keep Virginia off the offensive glass.

Regarding the total, 146.5 feels high for a game involving Virginia. The Cavaliers’ pace (66.1 possessions) and their recent scoring trend (73 or less in five straight) suggest a lower-scoring affair. Our model projects a 78-64 Virginia victory, which puts the total under the 146.5 line.

Best Bet: Virginia -13.5 (-110).

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