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Key 9-1 Second-Half Run Helps Tar Heels Secure Win Versus Duke


In total, the North Carolina Tar Heels scored 19 fastbreak points on the night, using its fast paced offense to blitz the Blue Devils. But, in order to extend its lead and silence Duke’s comeback effort, the Tar Heels relied on its bread and butter: defense. “We got stops on the defensive end. That was the main thing,” said North Carolina guard . (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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Key 9-1 Second-Half Run Helps Tar Heels Secure Win Versus Duke