By Josh 
Latest News: North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball Update (December 2024)
UNC Tar Heels Secure Key Win Over Rival Duke in ACC Showdown
Chapel Hill, NC – On Saturday night, the North Carolina Tar Heels emerged victorious in a thrilling ACC rivalry game against the Duke Blue Devils, winning 81-78 in a dramatic finish. The game, held at the Dean E. Smith Center, had all the intensity expected of the historic rivalry between the two programs.
Key Performances:
Armando Bacot, the Tar Heels’ standout forward, posted a double-doble with 18 points and 14 rebounds, continuing to be the backbone of the team’s inside game.
RJ Davis had a spectacular performance, scoring 22 points, including the game-winning shot with just 3 seconds remaining on the clock. His composure in clutch moments earned him praise from coach Hubert Davis postgame.
Jalen Washington, a sophomore forward, also contributed significantly, chipping in 12 points and showing his improved versatility.