3 Stars: North Carolina vs. Wake Forest

Posted Jan 21, 2021
North Carolina used a strong second half to pull away from Wake Forest, 80-73, on Wednesday. The Tar Heels erupted for 49 points on 55 percent shooting in the second half to earn the victory. Four Tar Heels scored double figures and they had a season-high 24 points off 20 Demon Deacons turnovers. Here are our 3 Stars from UNC’s win over Wake. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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