By Jerry Ratcliffe

Buzz Williams
Photo: Maryland Athletics

Thijs De Ridder and most of his Virginia teammates have only heard stories about the Cavaliers rivalry with former ACC member Maryland. Tonight at 8 o’clock, they’ll get to add another chapter.

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