UNC Basketball vs. Virginia Postgame Notes

UNC rallied from a 16-point deficit to beat No. 14 Virginia, its largest deficit in a victory since trailing UCLA by 16 in a 76-74 win on 12/21/2024. Jarin Stevenson scored all of his season-high 17 points in the second half. Guard Jonathan Powell led UNC with seven rebounds. UNC was charged with only four turnovers, the fewest in the Hubert Davis era. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Big Hitters Podcast - UNC's Massive Road Win At Virginia

No. 22 UNC comes back from down 16 in the second half to defeat No. 14 Virginia in Charlottesville. Former Tar Heel walk-on Spenser Dalton, David Ray Allen, and Ross Martin break down the game, what UNC did right and wrong in the win, Hubert Davis' hot seat, and the Smith Center renovate or move argument. (View Video)

The Story Behind That Perfect Final Scene in ESPN’s Stuart Scott ‘30 for 30’

The final scene in ESPN’s 30 for 30 “Boo-Yah: A Portrait of Stuart Scott” is a Top 10 highlight if I’ve ever seen one. And frankly, the documentary’s director can take very little credit for it. Andre Gaines tells The Hollywood Reporter he had “easily” 400 to 500 hours of footage to use for his 30 for 30 installment, which honors the late SportsCenter anchor. (Hollywood Reporter)

Lucas: On The Move

At a place where Virginia used to thrive on making it impossible to run, UNC changed Saturday's game by pushing the tempo. "We got steals, deflections, and that allowed us to get into the open court," Hubert Davis said. "The pitch-aheads and the awareness by our guards to see their open teammates got us back into the game and gave us a lot of energy." (GoHeels.com)

UNC vs. Virginia Observations: 40-19, Strong Close, Jarin Stevenson, Rebounding

UNC lost and then regained the lead, riding junior Jarin Stevenson, who scored all 17 of his points over the final 12:42 of the contest. The 85 points are the most by UNC in this building, which opened 20 years ago, and the most at UVA since 2005. The 16-point deficit is the most an opponent has ever overcome in winning here since JPJ opened in 2006. (TarHeel247)

Jarin Stevenson’s Second-Half Surge Powers No. 22 Tar Heels Past No. 14 Virginia

Through the first 27 minutes of UNC's win at Virginia, Jarin Stevenson's lone statistic was a rebound. No points. No assists. No blocks, just a single offensive board. With the Tar Heels down 16 in the first half, another road collapse seemed likely. Stevenson didn't attempt his first shot until 12:42 remained — a transition layup to cut Virginia's lead to one. (TarHeel247)

Video: IC Postgame Podcast - Different Faces Lead UNC Basketball's Big Win at Virginia

Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Basketball's 85-80 comeback win in Charlottesville over No. 14 Virginia on Saturday. Carolina trailed by as many as 16, but Jarin Stevenson's 17 second-half points and Derek Dixon's floor leadership pushed the Tar Heels to victory. (View Video)

Hubert Davis’ halftime challenge fuels rally for huge UNC win at Virginia

It was the sort of victory that can flip the trajectory of a season, and it came because UNC came out swinging in the second half. The No. 22 Tar Heels found the energy, hustle, and determination that were absent in the first half to produce a signature victory the Tar Heels needed. They rallied from a 16-point deficit for an 85-80 win at No. 14 Virginia. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Box Score: North Carolina 85, Virginia 80

View the complete box score from the No. 22 North Carolina Tar Heels' 85-80 victory over the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday afternoon in Charlottesville. (View Box Score)

Video: Virginia Basketball Coach Ryan Odom Post-UNC Press Conference

Virginia head men's basketball coach Ryan Odom speaks with the media following the No. 14 Cavaliers' 85-80 loss to No. 22 North Carolina on Saturday at John Paul Jones Arena. (View Video)

Video: Hubert Davis Post-Virginia Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach Hubert Davis speaks with the media following the No. 22 Tar Heels' 85-80 win over the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday in Charlottesville. (View Video)

Video: UNC Battles Back to Top No. 14 Virginia, 85-80 - Highlights

Jarin Stevenson scored 17 second-half points to help the No. 22 Tar Heels overcome a 16-point deficit and beat the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday in Charlottesville. Caleb Wilson led UNC with 20 points, while Seth Trimble added 16. Check out the highlights. (View Video)

Lucas: North Carolina vs. Virginia Rapid Reactions

North Carolina mounted an improbable comeback from a 16-point first half deficit and overcame Virginia on the road, 85-80.The Tar Heels blitzed Virginia in the second half with 63 percent shooting from the field. They made five three-pointers and also hit seven of ten at the free throw line. Jarin Stevenson scored all 17 of his points in the final half. (GoHeels.com)

Video: UNC Players Post-UVa. Locker Room Interviews

North Carolina's Caleb Wilson, Derek Dixon, Seth Trimble, and Jarin Stevenson speak with reporters following the Tar Heels' come-from-behind victory over the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday afternoon in Charlottesville. (View Video)

Caleb Wilson, Jarin Stevenson rally No. 22 North Carolina past No. 14 Virginia 85-80

Caleb Wilson scored 20 points, Jarin Stevenson added all of his 17 in the second half and No. 22 North Carolina rallied past No. 14 Virginia 85-80 on Saturday. Trailing by two points with 3:50 to play, UNC got three-point plays from Stevenson and Seth Trimble to build a 78-74 lead, then hung on. The Tar Heels outscored the Cavaliers 18-9 in the final 5:25. (Associated Press)

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