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Social Media Reacts to UNC's Massive win Over No. 24 Louisville

North Carolina knocked off No. 24-ranked Louisville 77-74 in a competitive top-25 matchup. This is a massive victory for the Tar Heels, as they set themselves up nicely whenever their star Caleb Wilson returns from injury.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

UNC Slips in Latest AP Poll Update

The North Carolina Tar Heels slipped slightly in the latest AP Poll, dropping to #18 this week after being at #16 last week. The Tar Heels went 1-1 last week, getting blown out by NC State on the road, and beating Syracuse handedly at home.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

UNC Has 2 Strategies to Beat Louisville

North Carolina is set to take on No. 21 Louisville tonight. The Tar Heels got a much-needed win over the weekend against Syracuse. UNC is currently going through a little rough spell due to the injuries to Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

How UNC is Staying Afloat Without Caleb Wilson

The North Carolina Tar Heels have been without Caleb Wilson for the past three games, but the team has survived his absence so far. Wilson suffered a fracture in his left hand during UNC’s loss to Miami on Feb.10.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

Louisville Will Deploy 3 Primary Weapons Against UNC Monday

North Carolina is coming off a nice bounce-back victory on the road against Syracuse. The win gave the Tar Heels a 2-0 season sweep over the Orange. A confidence boost was much needed for this UNC squad, and that is exactly what it got.

Seth Trimble News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

Trimble Notes 2 Driving Forces in UNC's Weekend Win

It was a challenging week for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who were shorthanded the last two games without Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar. The 6-foot-11, 224-pound center returned to the starting lineup on Saturday, leading the Tar Heels to a 77-64 win over the Syracuse Orange.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

Why North Carolina’s Role Players Will Be Significant Monday

The North Carolina Tar Heels are looking to maintain momentum from this weekend's win over the Syracuse when it hosts the Louisville Cardinals at the Dean E.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

Derek Dixon Cites Important Factor in North Carolina's Win Saturday

The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated the Syracuse Orange 77-64 on Saturday, bouncing back from a 24-point loss on Tuesday night against North Carolina State.

Hubert Davis News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

Why North Carolina’s Fight Pleased Hubert Davis

The North Carolina Tar Heels took exception to their blowout loss earlier this week, defeating the Syracuse Orange 77-63 on Saturday. While speaking with the media during his postgame press conference, head coach Hubert Davis shared his thoughts on the Tar Heels' effort.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 23

Coach Praises North Carolina’s Frontcourt in Latest Win

The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated the Syracuse Orange 77-64 on Saturday afternoon, picking up a much-needed win after a rough 10-day stretch that included Caleb Wilson suffering a hand fracture and the team losing two games.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 22

North Carolina Gets Bad News in 1st Official Bracket Reveal

The North Carolina Tar Heels have had an up-and-down season filled with untimely losses, unfortunate injuries, and poor performances, which was evident in the NCAA men's basketball selection committee's bracket preview, which was revealed on Saturday.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 22

UNC to Host Elite 2027 Lineman on Official Visit

With the college football offseason in full swing, North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick and his staff are starting to heat up on the 2027 recruiting trail as they continue to emerge as contenders for some of the nation’s top prospects.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 22

How Henri Veesaar’s Return Makes Life Easier for UNC

The North Carolina Tar Heels got a big boost back in their lineup this weekend, as Henri Veesaar made his return from injury after missing the team’s last two games. Veesaar was dealing with a lower body injury, and had been out for the team’s past two games against Pitt and NC State.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 21

Social Media Reacts to Tar Heels' Road Win Over Syracuse

No. 16 North Carolina bounced back from an ugly loss to NC State with a 77-64 road win over Syracuse on Saturday, as the Tar Heels welcomed the return of center Henri Veesaar.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 21

North Carolina Back to Winning Ways in Henri Veesaar's Return

The North Carolina Tar Heels received good news ahead of their matchup against the Syracuse Orange, with center Henri Veesaar returning to the lineup after missing two games.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 21

Tar Heels’ Game Plan Has 3 Pillars in Syracuse Rematch

North Carolina is set to take on Syracuse this afternoon for the second time this season. The first time these two teams faced off this season, the Tar Heels took an 87-77 victory over the Orange.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / February 21

Heels Have Simple Short-Term Goal Without 2 Best Players

For the North Carolina Tar Heels, the mission is simple: Just tread water until the end of the regular season. It’s not what many would’ve expected the #16 ranked team in the land to be in the position of, but it’s where they are now thanks to unfortunate injury luck.