Alyssa Ustby’s version of the Jordan "flu game" sparks big UNC women's basketball win over Duke

Posted Jan 20, 2023
It wasn’t quite to the level of the Michael Jordan "flu game", but UNC junior Alyssa Ustby went from feeling sick and on an IV to being a key player down the stretch in a day to remember. She scored 12 of her 16 points in the second half and made the No. 17 Tar Heels’ offense productive late as UNC held on for a 61-56 win Thursday over No. 13 Duke. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Related: Women's Basketball, WBB Recruiting

Nyla Brooks Ready To Take Sophomore Leap For UNC Women's Basketball
When Nyla Brooks arrived in Chapel Hill as a freshman, she quickly became part of the Tar Heels' rotation. By the end of her first...
Fri Sep 25, 2026

Deja Kelly signs deal with Dallas Wings
Deja Kelly’s professional basketball journey has put her on a WNBA roster. The Dallas Wings signed the former UNC guard to a developmental player contract,...
Thu Sep 24, 2026

Chloe Clardy’s old connection with Courtney Banghart led her to UNC
Even if a player doesn’t commit to UNC out of high school, the relationship built with Coach Courtney Banghart can still leave a lasting impression...
Tue Sep 22, 2026

UNC Women's Basketball To Face LSU In Primetime On ESPN2 In SEC/ACC Challenge
One of UNC Women's Basketball's most anticipated matchups of the season is set for primetime on Dec. 2, as the Tar Heels host LSU in...
Mon Sep 21, 2026