How It Happened: Tar Heels 76, No. 18 UCLA 74

Posted Dec 22, 2024
North Carolina dug another hole Saturday falling behind UCLA by 16 points at the CBS Sports Classic, but this time the Tar Heels’ comeback didn’t fall short, as they fought their way to a 76-74 victory over the Bruins for a needed victory. North Carolina trailed 59-43 with 12:50 left to play, but roared back defending, driving, rebounding, and scrapping. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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