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UNC vs. Florida State Postgame Quotes

FSU Coach Luke Loucks: "You start with a guy like . He has size, length, athleticism, so kudos to Hubert, his staff, for bringing a guy like Caleb in. That's your prototypical UNC pro that's going to go make a ton of money playing basketball, and he's going to help win a lot of games. But I like their team too. I like the big kid, Henri [Veesaar]." (GoHeels.com)

Kyan Evans shakes shooting slump, says his confidence never wavered

When Florida State packed its defense inside and dared North Carolina’s guards to beat them, answered with his best shooting night of the season. Evans knocked down five 3-pointers and tied his season high with 15 points to help No. 12 UNC pull away for a 79–66 win Tuesday night over Florida State at the Smith Center in its ACC opener. (Tar Heel Tribune)

North Carolina vs. Florida State Postgame Notes

UNC's victory over Florida State was the 499th win in the Smith Center. became the first UNC freshman to score 20 or more points in six straight games. was the only other UNC freshman to score 20 or more in five games in a row (1974-75). Wilson is the sixth Tar Heel ever with at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Carolina Insider - Post-FSU Reactions & Interviews

Join and Adam Lucas for Carolina Insider postgame reactions as they break down the Tar Heels' 79-66 win over the Florida State Seminoles, review game stats and highlights, speak with coach and , and more. (View Video)

Lucas: Oozing

had an outstanding performance in Carolina's 79-66 win over Florida State. How outstanding? His 22 points, 16 rebounds, and six assists make him just the sixth Tar Heel ever to have a 20/10/5 game. The others read like you're drafting a list of all-time Tar Heels: , Mitch Kupchak, , Joseph Forte, and Luke Maye. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Postgame Podcast - Caleb Wilson Takes Over, Leads UNC To 79-66 Win Over FSU

With North Carolina's offense struggling, and visiting Florida State muddying up the game, took over on both ends of basketball court, pushing the Tar Heels to a lead they would not relinquish. Inside Carolina's Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley break down UNC's first ACC win and key takeaways. (View Video)

Box Score: North Carolina 79, Florida State 66

View the complete box score from the No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels' 79-66 victory over the Florida State Seminoles on Tuesday night at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. (View Box Score)

Video: FSU Basketball Coach Luke Loucks Post-UNC Press Conference

Florida State head men's basketball coach Luke Loucks speaks with the media following the Seminoles' 79-66 loss to the No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels on Tuesday night at the Smith Center. (View Video)

Caleb Wilson makes more history in leading UNC to win over FSU in ACC opener

For much of the first half, No. 12 North Carolina didn’t match Florida State’s pressure and constant defensive changes with the needed intensity. By Coach ’ assessment, the Tar Heels only played well offensively "maybe a four- or five-minute stretch" before halftime of their 79–66 victory Tuesday at the Smith Center in their ACC opener. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Caleb Wilson Dominates In UNC's 79-66 Win Over FSU - Highlights

dominated with another double-double as 12th-ranked North Carolina pulled away from Florida State for a 79-66 win in the ACC opener for both teams on Tuesday night in the Smith Center. Check out the highlights. (View Video)

Video: Hubert Davis Post-FSU Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach speaks with the media following the No. 12 Tar Heels' 79-66 win over the Florida State Seminoles on Tuesday night in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Lucas: North Carolina vs. FSU Rapid Reactions

North Carolina started slowly but then cruised over Florida State, 79-66. The Tar Heels are now 65-8 in ACC home openers. , , . There will be much more about this in the postgame column, but that was one of his best games as a Tar Heel. The freshman finished with 22 points, 16 rebounds, six assists, and a block. (GoHeels.com)

Video: UNC Players Post-FSU Locker Room Interviews

North Carolina's , , Seth Trimble, and speak with reporters following the Tar Heels' 79-66 win over Florida State on Tuesday night at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Caleb Wilson’s double-double helps No. 12 North Carolina beat Florida State 79-66 in ACC opener

had 22 points, 16 rebounds, and six assists to help No. 12 North Carolina beat Florida State 79-66 on Tuesday night to open ACC play. The 6-foot-10 freshman set a season high on the boards and matched his high in assists as clearly the best player on the basketball court, from his energy in chasing down rebounds to four high-flying dunks. (Associated Press)

UNC Outlasts Florida State, 79-66, in ACC Opener

North Carolina returned to the Smith Center on Tuesday night, pulling away from Florida State to open ACC play with a 79-66 victory. Freshman shined yet again, recording 22 points to go along with 16 rebounds. After not scoring in the first half, added a double-double of his own, contributing 12 points and 12 rebounds. (Inside Carolina)
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