Rebounding Issues Linger Ahead of UNC Men's Basketball Season Opener

Posted Oct 29, 2026
UNC eked out its 89-82 overtime win against Charlotte on Tuesday, but it furthered worries of a glaring issue. The Tar Heels had three exhibition games – USC, Indiana, and Charlotte – to work out the kinks before starting the real thing next Monday, but a lingering problem plagued the squad in its latter two contests. This team struggles with rebounding. (TarHeel247)

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