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UNC Basketball Seeks Stronger Finish in Syracuse Rematch

Nineteen days ago, it looked as if North Carolina would cruise to a 30-point home victory over struggling Syracuse after leading by 32 with less than 10 minutes left. But nine minutes later, the Orange cut the lead to six before the Tar Heels held on for an 87-77 win. On Saturday, No. 16 UNC looks to build another big lead and this time, put Syracuse away. (TarHeel247)

Video: Carolina Insider - Interview With Brady Manek

Former Tar Heel forward Brady Manek joins Jones Angell and Adam Lucas on the Carolina Insider podcast to talk about his current pro basketball career, reminisce on a historic UNC run in the 2022 NCAA Tournament, and more. (View Video)

Hubert Davis gives updates on Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar, as he ponders roster puzzle

As Hubert Davis prepares his team for Saturday’s rematch at Syracuse, the challenge isn’t just about X's and O's but also figuring out what he calls a puzzle. With Caleb Wilson out and Henri Veesaar questionable, No. 16 UNC faces the possibility of playing without both for the third consecutive game. Veesaar is at least trending in the right direction. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Men’s Basketball to Honor RJ Davis’ Jersey During Feb. 23 Game vs. Louisville

UNC Men's Basketball will honor R.J. Davis’ No. 4 jersey at halftime of the Tar Heels’ game vs. Louisville at the Smith Center on Monday, Feb. 23. Davis was named 2024 ACC Player of the Year, a unanimous first team All-American, the winner of the Jerry West Award (give to the nation’s best shooting guard), and a finalist for National Player of the Year. (Chapelboro.com)

North Carolina vs. Syracuse Basketball Preview: Tar Heels Face Road Rematch With Syracuse

With a 6-8 ACC record, the Orange sit 12th in the conference standings, but are only a half game back from ninth place. In its four games since playing UNC, Syracuse went 2-2, with a pair of wins at home and a pair of losses on the road. Given UNC’s injury situation, Zayden High and Jarin Stevenson must be smart about when and how to avoid fouls. (Inside Carolina)

Three things to watch in UNC Basketball’s road game against Syracuse

The great thing about basketball season, at least until the NCAA Tournament, is that even when you have a bad game there’s another one around the corner. That’s the case for the Tar Heels as they go back on the road and put Tuesday’s loss to NC State behind them. Here are three things we are looking for Saturday when the Tar Heels meet the Orange. (Tar Heel Blog)

Henri Veesaar Expected to Return to Practice, Questionable for Saturday

North Carolina center Henri Veesaar is expected to return to practice in a limited fashion Friday, but his status is still uncertain ahead of Saturday's game at Syracuse. "Had an individual workout yesterday. He's planning on participating in practice today; limited basis. But he is still questionable. So, we'll have to see how practice goes," Davis said Friday. (TarHeel247)

Tar Heel Forward James Brown Has Surgery, Out For The Season

North Carolina sophomore forward James Brown is out for the rest of the season, Tar Heels' Coach Hubert Davis said on Friday ahead of UNC's game at Syracuse on Saturday. Davis said the 6-foot-10 native of Aurora, IL, had surgery on his right foot on Wednesday and will not play again this season. Brown saw action in only nine games this season. (TarHeel247)

Video: Hubert Davis Friday Pre-Syracuse Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach Hubert Davis speaks with the media on Friday to discuss the No. 16 Tar Heels' road matchup against the Syracuse Orange on Saturday, the injury statuses of Henri Veesaar and James Brown, and more. (View Video)

No. 16 UNC Basketball at Syracuse: TV info, stats, scouting Orange, keys to game, and notes

Without Caleb Wilson and likely without Henri Veesaar vs. Syracuse, UNC can’t depend on traditional post scoring. Zayden High and Jarin Stevenson must provide rim runs, screen-setting, offensive rebounding, and vertical defense. Collective rebounding, especially from guards, is essential. UNC should look to score before Syracuse’s defense is set. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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