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Conference play has been rough for the North Carolina Tar Heels, and it sure looking like they would be leaving Saturday with another dejecting loss. That would not be the case, as North Carolina looked like a completely different team, defeating the Virginia Cavaliers 85-80 at John Paul Jones Arena.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 26

UNC Women's Hoops Making Progress With Elite 2027 Forward

UNC women’s basketball is off to a strong start to the 2025-2026 season, with a 17-5 record through their first 22 games and currently ranked fourth in the ACC.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 26

Wilson Eyes UNC History, UNC Eyes Potential Mingo News

North Carolina is coming off one of its best weeks of the season. After a slow start to the new year, the Tar Heels have turned it around and are on the right track.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 26

How UNC Freshman Completed Puzzle Saturday in Virginia

One of North Carolina’s biggest issues this season has been guard play. The Tar Heels have struggled to find a true point guard. In their comeback victory against No.

Watch: Syracuse vs. North Carolina Highlights | 2025-26 ACC Women's Basketball

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 25

Watch: North Carolina's Nyla Harris Highlights vs. Syracuse

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 25

3 Takeaways From UNC’s Win Over No. 14 Virginia

North Carolina got a huge comeback victory over No. 14-ranked Virginia on the road. This could be a massive spark in the Tar Heels’ season and put them right back in title contention.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 25

Good, Bad and Ugly From UNC's Win Over No.14 Virginia

North Carolina got a massive upset victory over No. 14 Virginia yesterday on the road. This game silenced the doubters and showed what this UNC team could become.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 25

UNC’s Memorable Week Includes News From 5-Star Recruit, Upset Win

North Carolina had two games this past week, and it could not have gone any better for the Tar Heels. They entered the week with a record under .500 in conference play.

Watch: North Carolina vs. Georgia Tech Full Game Replay | 2025-26 ACC Women's Basketball

Bill Belichick News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 25

Belichick Visits Quarterback to Personally Offer UNC Target

In a notable recruiting development for the UNC Tar Heels, legendary coach Bill Belichick made a personal visit to Cocoa High School in Florida on Tuesday

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 25

North Carolina Lineup Earned 3 Individual A’s in Road Triumph

The North Carolina Tar Heels were on the ropes against the Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday afternoon, facing a 16-point deficit late in the first half. However, a quick 7-0 spurt heading into halftime was the jolt the Tar Heels needed.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 25

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College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 25

North Carolina’s 3 Top Performances in Win Over Virginia

The North Carolina Tar Heels overcame a 16-point deficit to defeat the Virginia Cavaliers 85-80 on Saturday afternoon. It was a potential turning point for the Tar Heels' season, as they have struggled against formidable opponents in recent weeks.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / January 24

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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 24

No. 22 UNC storms back, earns huge road win over No. 14 Virginia

No. 22 North Carolina earned a huge ACC road victory on Saturday, and it did so in style.

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / EasySportz / January 22

ACC Chess Match: North Carolina Visits Virginia in Defensive Showdown

North Carolina heads to John Paul Jones Arena looking to steady itself after an uneven start to ACC play, while Virginia enters as one of the conference’s most consistent teams and enjoys the advantage of playing at home.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / January 21

Watch: Caleb Wilson leads Tar Heels to dominant win over Notre Dame

UNC freshman Caleb Wilson had yet another strong all-around performance on Wednesday, leading the Tar Heels to a lopsided 91-69 victory over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Bill Belichick News / Yardbarker / January 19

Rex Ryan floats Bill Belichick idea after Bills fire Sean McDermott

Belichick needs 15 wins to break Don Shula's NFL record for career victories earned by a head coach (including the regular season and the playoffs).

Bills job should be No. 1 in coaching cycle after Sean McDermott firing

NFL executives didn't expect Bills to make Sean McDermott move after playoff loss to Broncos

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / Field Level Media / January 14

Dash sign decorated North Carolina F Kate Faasse

The Houston Dash signed North Carolina forward Kate Faasse, winner of the 2024 MAC Hermann Trophy as the top player in women's college soccer. The deal announced by the NWSL club on Wednesday runs through the 2028 season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / January 13

Bill Belichick reacts to Ravens firing John Harbaugh amid rumors about possible NFL return

Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and former Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh have something in common, in that both endured unceremonious exits from those clubs despite all that they achieved during their tenures.

Ravens ownership reportedly questioned this before firing John Harbaugh

Giants seemingly have made huge decision that could impact pursuit of John Harbaugh

What history of NFL longest-tenured coaches says about Mike Tomlin's Steelers future

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