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This week's matchup against USC Upstate is not the most challenging proposition, but the North Carolina Tar Heels need to treat this as just another game and not overlook their opponent.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 13

What to Expect from UNC’s Supporting Cast vs USC Upstate

The North Carolina Tar Heels' floor will always remain significantly high with Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar leading the way. However, the team's ceiling can reach astronomical levels if the supporting cast continues to improve throughout the season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 13

What Hubert Davis Said Heading into USC Upstate Matchup

The North Carolina Tar Heels have been incredibly impressive this season, earning an 8-1 record, with wins over Kansas, Kentucky, and Georgetown. That does not matter, as the Tar Heels have bigger aspirations this season than beating a couple of blue bloods early in the season.

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 13

North Carolina-USC Upstate Game Preview

The North Carolina Tar Heels host the USC Upstate Spartans on Saturday at the Dean E. Smith Center in what should be a comfortable win for the Tar Heels.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 12

How the Luka Bogavac Addition Grades Out So Far

The North Carolina Tar Heels have been one of the most interesting teams to keep tabs on this season, as the roster is constructed around seven newcomers.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 12

Evaluating the Jarin Stevenson Addition to Date

Jarin Stevenson's game has never featured elite offensive production, and that has continued to be the case during his brief stint in Chapel Hill. The North Carolina Tar Heels' forward is averaging 6.9 points and 4.3 rebounds per game, while shooting 38.8 percent from the field and 22.2 percent from three-point range.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 12

How Hubert Davis Has Elevated His Coaching in 2025

When people evaluate the success of teams, more often than not, it is correlated with player performances and effectiveness on the court. The one aspect that gets overlooked at times is coaching.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 12

No. 14 North Carolina braces for clash vs. upstart USC Upstate

No. 14 North Carolina won't be the only team showing notable progress since last season when it takes the court this weekend. The Tar Heels aim for their third consecutive victory when they take on South Carolina Upstate on Saturday afternoon in Chapel Hill, N.C.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 11

Specific Areas Hubert Davis Wants the Tar Heels to Improve

Each and every year, head coaches relay to their players what their statistical goals are for that respective season. Some of these goals may correlate with the personnel of the roster, while other goals may simply be expectations for any group of players, regardless of skill and talent.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 11

These Are the Areas UNC Basketball Must Improve In

Through nine games, the North Carolina Tar Heels have compiled an 8-1 record, which includes wins over the Kansas Jayhawks, Kentucky Wildcats, and Georgetown Hoyas.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 11

Hubert Davis Hints When Seth Trimble Returns

Despite not being at full strength for over a month, the North Carolina Tar Heels are 8-1 at the midway point of December. Yes, the opponents have not always been blue-blood programs, but with a roster consisting of seven newcomers, North Carolina should be more than happy about their current status.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 10

Hubert Davis Highlights North Carolina's Backcourt Performance

The North Carolina Tar Heels' backcourt has been viewed as the team's weak link, and rightfully so. The overall production from that department has been underwhelming, to say the least.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 9

Hubert Davis is Blown Away by Caleb Wilson's Abilities

Caleb Wilson has been a revelation for the North Carolina Tar Heels this season. Yes, it has only been nine games, but the freshman forward has instantly established himself as an elite player with only a handful of games under his belt.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 9

Henri Veesaar Earns High Praise from Head Coach Hubert Davis

Defeating the Georgetown Hoyas by 20 points on Sunday was another statement win for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who improved their record to 8-1 on the season.

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Georgetown Hoyas News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 7

Georgetown Players UNC Must Keep Tabs On

Although the Georgetown Hoyas are not the most prolific scoring offense in the country, they do possess several players who can create issues for the North Carolina Tar Heels on Sunday.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 7

Keys to the Game for North Carolina vs. Georgetown

Sunday's match-up against the Georgetown Hoyas is another opportunity for the North Carolina Tar Heels to prove that they are worthy of being a top-ranked team in the country.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 7

Important UNC Weekly Quotes Ahead of Georgetown Matchup

This week has been incredibly productive for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who defeated the Kentucky Wildcats on Tuesday, further proving their case as one of the best teams in the country.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 6

No. 16 North Carolina hosts upset-minded Georgetown

No. 16 North Carolina keeps checking off significant boxes early in the season and will try to maintain momentum against Georgetown on Sunday in Chapel Hill, N.C.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 6

Top Three Caleb Wilson Performances This Season...So Far

It has only been eight games, but North Carolina Tar Heels' freshman forward Caleb Wilson has been highly productive and impressive through the first month of his career.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 5

North Carolina’s Key Strengths Shining in Win Over Kentucky

It was a mixed-bag performance by the North Carolina Tar Heels on Tuesday night against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena. Nevertheless, the Tar Heels would end up leaving Rupp Arena with a 67-64 victory, improving their record to 7-1 on the season.