Caleb Wilson scores 22 points to lead No. 14 UNC past Syracuse, 87-77
Posted Feb 2, 2026
Caleb Wilson had 22 points and nine rebounds as No. 14 North Carolina held off Syracuse 87-77 on Monday after building a 32-point lead midway through the second half. Syracuse shaved the deficit to six with 42 seconds remaining before the Tar Heels finally closed it out from the free-throw line. Henri Veesaar added 17 points and 11 boards.
(Associated Press)
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