North Carolina Leaves Lexington With Clutch Victory Over Kentucky

Posted Dec 3, 2025
Derek Dixon’s heroics boosted the Tar Heels in their third ACC/SEC Challenge game. North Carolina improved to 7-1 after defeating the No. 18 Kentucky Wildcats on Tuesday night 67-64 inside Rupp Arena. Derek Dixon came in clutch for the Tar Heels down the stretch. Down by one, he sank a step back 3-pointer to put North Carolina up by two points. (Inside Carolina)

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