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Tar Heels Disgruntled After Nearly Losing 32-Point Lead: 'Unacceptable'
UNC came close to writing one of the darkest chapters in program history Monday in the Smith Center. That’s no hyperbole. After building up a 32-point lead against Syracuse, the Tar Heels saw that lead dwindle down to as little as six points in less than nine minutes of game time before the Orange mercifully ran out of time. "That’s just unacceptable." (
Chapelboro.com)
North Carolina vs. Syracuse Postgame Notes
It was UNC's 1,100th regular-season ACC game. The Tar Heels are 777-323. The 777 wins are the most by any team.
Henri Veesaar became the ACC leader in double-doubles with his 12th of the season. Luke Bogavac scored 10 points, his third straight game in double figures.
Jonathan Powell tied his season high with three 3FGs and scored 12 points. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: Carolina Insider - Post-Syracuse Reactions & Interviews
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Jones Angell and Adam Lucas for Carolina Insider postgame reactions as they break down the Tar Heels' 87-77 win over the Syracuse Orange, review game stats and highlights, speak with coach
Hubert Davis and
Luka Bogavac, and more.
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
UNC Strong Again Closing Out First Half vs. Syracuse
With 3:05 left in the first half Monday against Syracuse, UNC led by five. From there, the Tar Heels rattled off 12 straight points to extend their lead to 14 at the half. That surge grew into a 40-14 run over a 13:35 span as UNC's lead ballooned to 32 in the second half. Closing the first 20 minutes strongly has been beneficial the Tar Heels' last few games. (
TarHeel247)
Video: IC Podcast - UNC Question Marks After Win Over Syracuse
Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Basketball's victory over Syracuse and what the last ten minutes of action mean for
Hubert Davis' team as they head into the first Duke matchup of the season on Saturday.
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Lucas: The Stache
When the story of the 2025-26 North Carolina basketball season is written, it will of course include a healthy dose of
Caleb Wilson highlights. There will be a large amount of
Henri Veesaar praise.
Seth Trimble will play an integral role. And if all goes extremely well over the next six weeks, there will be a prominent mention of a very important mustache. (
GoHeels.com)
Box Score: North Carolina 87, Syracuse 77
View the complete box score from the No. 14 North Carolina Tar Heels' 87-77 victory over the Syracuse Orange on Monday night at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. (
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Video: Hubert Davis Post-Syracuse Press Conference
North Carolina head men's basketball coach
Hubert Davis speaks with the media following the No. 14 Tar Heels' 87-77 win over the Syracuse Orange on Monday night at the Smith Center.
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Video: Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar Lead Tar Heels to 87-77 Win vs. Syracuse - Highlights
No. 14 North Carolina exploded for a 26-9 run to start the second half, outlasting Syracuse, 87-77, behind strong games from
Caleb Wilson and
Henri Veesaar on Monday night at the Smith Center. Check out the highlights.
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
Lucas: UNC vs. Syracuse Rapid Reactions
One of the best performances of the season for UNC, at least for the first 30 minutes, as the Tar Heels smack Syracuse, 87-77. You hope that late 37-11 Syracuse run is exactly what the Tar Heels need for this week: a win, but plenty to improve on entering the Duke game.
Caleb Wilson had 22 points, but this was a game with a variety of contributors. (
GoHeels.com)