Three keys: No. 15 Michigan vs. Virginia 
Both teams enter 5-1. Virginia is coming off a Thanksgiving Day win over Wisconsin-Green Bay. Michigan is facing a slightly faster turnaround after returning from Maui on Friday and not practicing Saturday, but Michigan coach John Beilein was confident that the Wolverines wouldn't have tired legs for Tuesday's matchup.
"We're going to have to play a good ball game to beat them, especially at their place," senior guard Zack Novak said. "I don't think they’re going to beat themselves. These are the type of games you want to play."
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