Virginia downs Syracuse to win ACC title

Malcolm Brogdon scored 17 of his career-high 19 points in the second half, including eight in a decisive run that sent Virginia on its way to a 75-56 victory against Syracuse.

The victory was the 13th in a row for the Cavaliers, and secured their first outright ACC regular-season championship in 33 years.

Akil Mitchell added 12 points and nine rebounds, and Mike Tobey and Justin Anderson scored 11 apiece for the Cavaliers (25-5, 16-1 ACC), who won their 13th in a row overall, and their 18th straight at home against ACC competition.

Tyler Ennis and C.J. Fair each scored 13 for the Orange (26-3, 13-3), who lost for the third time in four games.