Lucas: Beastly
There have been 586 games played in the history of the Smith Center. But in all of those 586 contests, there may have never been a day when more people left the building feeling old than Dec. 13, 2025, the day YouTube star Mr. Beast arrived, and with him came the frenzy that accompanies someone who has nearly half a billion subscribers on YouTube. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: IC Postgame Podcast - UNC Not Pretty vs. USC Upstate But Shooting Emerges
UNC's 80-62 win on Saturday over USC Upstate was not pretty, but several positives came from the messy outing, including improved three-point shooting and
Jonathan Powell’s 17-point performance. Inside Carolina's Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the game and key takeaways.
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Sat Dec 13
Agitated Hubert Davis lets his team have it during late timeout in ugly win
No. 14 UNC Men's Basketball held on for an 80-62 victory at the Smith Center over upstart USC Upstate, but it wasn’t pretty. One day after final exams concluded, UNC appeared to be in a fog much of the afternoon. Davis was so animated during the under-eight second-half timeout that he was dabbing his face with a towel to absorb the sweat pouring out. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Seth Trimble Ditches Brace, Stays Involved As UNC Awaits His Return
The player who holds perhaps UNC’s most prominent voice can be heard speaking to the Tar Heels in practices, and from the sidelines in games. Though he hasn’t taken the court in more than a month — amounting to eight games —
Seth Trimble’s carved out a role within this year’s UNC team. Trimble reached a new milestone in his recovery this week. (
Inside Carolina)
Box Score: North Carolina 80, USC Upstate 62
View the complete box score from the No. 14 North Carolina Tar Heels' 80-62 victory over the USC Upstate Spartans on Saturday afternoon at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. (
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Sat Dec 13
Video: Hubert Davis Post-USC Upstate Press Conference
North Carolina head men's basketball coach
Hubert Davis speaks with the media following the No. 14 Tar Heels' 80-62 victory over the USC Upstate Spartans on Saturday afternoon in Chapel Hill.
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Sat Dec 13
Video: Caleb Wilson, Jonathan Powell Lead UNC To 80-62 Win Over USC Upstate - Highlights
Caleb Wilson had another double-double and
Jonathan Powell tied his career scoring high as 14th-ranked North Carolina dispatched USC Upstate, 80-62, on Saturday afternoon in the Smith Center. Check out the highlights.
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Sat Dec 13
Lucas: UNC vs. USC Upstate Rapid Reactions
North Carolina never ran away from USC Upstate but still rolled to a 80-62 victory. The Tar Heels put four in double figures, including the usual duo of
Henri Veesaar and
Caleb Wilson, plus Luka Bogavac. But the most eyebrow-raising showing came from
Jonathan Powell. The reserve guard scored 17 points, tying his career high, and hit three three-pointers. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: UNC Players Post-USC Upstate Locker Room Interviews
North Carolina's
Caleb Wilson,
Henri Veesaar, Luka Bogavac and
Jonathan Powell speak with reporters following the No. 14 Tar Heels' 80-62 win over USC Upstate on Saturday afternoon.
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Sat Dec 13
Caleb Wilson leads No. 14 North Carolina over USC Upstate, 80-62
Caleb Wilson had 20 points and 11 rebounds to lead No. 14 UNC to an 80-62 win against USC Upstate on Saturday. Wilson shot 6 of 7 from the floor and didn’t miss a field-goal attempt until under a minute to play. The Tar Heels also got a boost from
Jonathan Powell’s 17 points. Luka Bogavac added 15 points and five assists, and
Henri Veesaar scored 14. (
Associated Press)
North Carolina Gets By USC Upstate With Home Victory
North Carolina’s performance was far from dominant, but it proved to be enough for a Saturday victory at home. The Tar Heels advanced to 9-1 against USC Upstate on Saturday, winning 80-62 in the Smith Center. The Spartans did their best to stay around, keeping the UNC lead under 10 points at halftime and getting within eight in the second half. (
Inside Carolina)
UNC Men's Basketball Hosts USC Upstate In Saturday Matinee - Pregame Notes
North Carolina hosts USC Upstate (6-5) at 2 p.m. Saturday. This is the programs' first ever meeting. UNC and USC Upstate have played one common opponent this season. The Tar Heels beat NC Central, 97-53, while the Spartans defeated the Eagles, 82-67.
Caleb Wilson and
Henri Veesaar rank fifth and 10th, respectively, in the nation in double-doubles. (
GoHeels.com)
Tar Heels in pros: Coby White clutch; Barnes’ Spurs in NBA Cup semis; RJ Davis scores 23
Coby White helped the Chicago Bulls end a seven-game losing streak in his home state on Friday. White scored 20 points, including two free throws with 8.2 seconds remaining to seal a 129-126 victory over the Charlotte Hornets.
Harrison Barnes had a big week that will conclude Saturday with San Antonio facing Oklahoma City in the NBA Cup West final. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
UNC Men's Basketball Set for Four Games in 10 Days Ahead of ACC Play
UNC Men's Basketball plays four games over the next 10 days before Christmas break, starting with USC Upstate on Saturday at 2 p.m. UNC will then host East Tennessee State on Tuesday before clashing with Ohio State in Atlanta on Dec. 20. A game on Dec. 22 against East Carolina sends the Tar Heels into a week-long break ahead of ACC play. (
TarHeel247)
How to watch UNC Basketball’s game against USC Upstate on The CW
If you want to watch No. 14 North Carolina’s men's basketball game Saturday afternoon against USC Upstate on TV, you’ll have to know your CW affiliate. The Tar Heels’ games Saturday at 2 p.m. and on Jan. 3 at 2:15 at SMU will both air on The CW. On the call of the USC Upstate game will be Tom Werme on play-by-play and Mike Gminski as the analyst. (
Tar Heel Tribune)