CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Interstat) — Two surging, top-25 caliber teams will clash when Virginia meets Dayton in a high-profile nonconference men’s basketball game Saturday at Bank of America Stadium. Both the Cavaliers (7-1) and Flyers (7-1) enter riding three-game winning streaks. Virginia is coming off an impressive 88-69 road victory at Texas on Wednesday, fueled by efficient scoring from Chance Mallory (16 points), Thijs De Ridder (15 points) and Johann Gruenloh (15 points). Dayton defeated East Tennessee State 88-71 on Tuesday behind a career-high 27 points from De’Shayne Montgomery. The matchup pits Virginia’s trademark disciplined defense and methodical offense against a potent Dayton attack averaging 79.4 points per game. The Flyers’ lone loss came at Cincinnati, while Virginia’s only defeat was a home setback to Butler. This neutral-site game in Charlotte serves as a major resume-building opportunity for both squads before conference play begins. Virginia faces a daunting Atlantic Coast Conference slate ahead, while Dayton is projected to contend in the Atlantic 10. Tip-off is set for Saturday, Dec. 6.