North Carolina stayed at No. 12 in the AP Top 25 men’s basketball poll after a pair of victories last week, getting leapfrogged in the poll by unbeaten Vanderbilt.
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UNC moves up in AP Top 25 women’s poll
North Carolina moved up two spots to No. 16 in the AP Top 25 women’s basketball poll after a pair of decisive home victories last week.
Petrino, UNC’s new OC, brings offensive brilliance but also baggage
Bobby Petrino, the man whose name evokes both offensive brilliance and controversy, is reportedly set to become North Carolina’s next offensive coordinator under Coach Bill Belichick.
Tar Heels in NFL: More history for Maye in clinching playoff berth with first 300-yard game; Hampton outduels Williams
On a day when Omarion Hampton outdueled fellow former Tar Heels running back Javonte Williams, Drake Maye made more history when his first career 300-yard passing game helped New England rally Sunday night to clinch a playoff berth.
East Carolina at No. 12 UNC: TV info, stats, scouting Pirates, comparisons and notes
Here’s a look at Monday night’s home game against East Carolina, the final nonconference game for North Carolina.
Nickel has 26 points, 8 3s to keep Vandy unbeaten; Cadeau solid for 11–0 Michigan; Tyson 2nd in country in scoring after hitting 24
Tyler Nickel returned to ACC territory on Sunday and broke loose with one of the best games of his career.
Brooks fires in 19 points, six 3s as No. 18 Heels roll to victory
CHAPEL HILL — No. 18 North Carolina moved to 11–3 on Sunday in an all-around win over Charleston Southern, led by season-highs of 19 points and six 3-pointers from freshman Nyla Brooks.
Video, transcript from UNC postgame press conference with Davis, Veesaar and Wilson
ATLANTA — Here is the video and full transcript of North Carolina’s postgame press conference after the No. 12 Tar Heels’ 71-70 victory Saturday at the CBS Sports Classic, featuring Coach Hubert Davis, center Henri Veesaar and forward Caleb Wilson. In addition, below is a transcript of Ohio State coach Jake Diebler’s press conference, and a video from outside the UNC locker room of interviews with Jarin Stevenson and Seth Trimble.
Versatile Stevenson answers lingering backup 5 question in win over Buckeyes
ATLANTA — It turns out that the solution to North Carolina’s lingering backup center problem was right there in the rotation.
Trimble says smarter recovery this time made a huge difference
ATLANTA — Seth Trimble didn’t want history to repeat itself. After missing several games last season with a concussion, he remembered how long it took to feel like himself again. This time, coming back from a broken left forearm, he was determined to be ready.
Veesaar’s slam earns huge win in Trimble’s return
ATLANTA — Seth Trimble is back, and so is No. 12 North Carolina’s beautiful transition game. And then there is senior leader’s knack for making clutch plays.
Trimble will play Saturday against Ohio State
Seth Trimble’s long wait ends on Saturday in Atlanta. The senior guard will be in uniform for No. 12 North Carolina’s 3 p.m. game in the CBS Sports Classic against Ohio State (CBS).
Ohio State vs. No. 12 UNC: TV info, stats, scouting Buckeyes, comparisons and notes
Here’s a look at Saturday’s 3 p.m. CBS Sports Classic matchup in Atlanta between No. 12 North Carolina and Ohio State.
White scores 25 amid trade rumors; Johnson playing well; Powell goes down with another ankle injury
Coby White continues to be on a roll, and Cameron Johnson is putting up consistent performances, while rookie Drake Powell’s ankle issues resurfaced. In the G League, where you’ll be able to watch UNC alums this weekend on television during the Winter Showcase in Orlando, Leaky Black, Harrison Ingram and Cormac Ryan had solid weeks.
Wilson eager for high-stakes homecoming, says Heels ‘should dominate’
Caleb Wilson has circled this one on his calendar for months and expects No. 12 North Carolina to dominate. Saturday’s CBS Sports Classic in Atlanta isn’t just another game for the freshman star. The 3 p.m. matchup with Ohio State is a homecoming and a chance to prove the Tar Heels belong among the nation’s elite.
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