Tale of the Tape: UNC-Providence Posted Mar 19, 2014 It is Providence's 28th ranked offense versus UNC's 19th ranked defense. Providence prefers to slow it down, UNC prefers the faster pace. Both teams rebound well on the offensive end. Providence is #1 in the country in free throw shooting while the Tar Heels continue to toil 62.1% and 344th overall. That difference could be crucial. (Tar Heel Blog)