Tar Heels Secure Holiday Win Over Appalachian State

Posted Dec 21, 2021
North Carolina utilized its athletic advantage and poor shooting by Appalachian State to take care of business before the holidays with a 70-50 win over the Mountaineers. UNC shot 47% from the floor (55% in 2nd half) while App State shot 31% and 13% from three-point range. Armando Bacot led all Tar Heels with 16 points, while R.J. Davis scored 15. (Inside Carolina)

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