The North Carolina Tar Heels secured a 79-65 victory over the Pittsburgh Panthers, led by Jarin Stevenson's 19 points, to improve their record to 20-5. Stevenson's performance was matched by teammate Seth Trimble, who also scored 19 points, as the Tar Heels dominated the Panthers with a 46-32 halftime score. The 14-point margin of victory was narrower than the predicted 23.6-point margin by the CHD Scout, but still a decisive win for the Tar Heels, who are currently ranked 25th in the NET rankings.
Jarin Stevenson's 19 Points Mark His 10th Double-Figure Scoring Game of the Season
The North Carolina Tar Heels took control of the game early, with a 46-32 lead at halftime, and maintained their advantage throughout the second half, scoring 33 points to the Pittsburgh Panthers' 33. The Panthers, who fell to 9-17, were led by Cameron Corhen's impressive 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. However, it was not enough to overcome the Tar Heels' balanced attack, which saw three players score in double figures, including Zayden High's 15 points and 7 rebounds. The Tar Heels' strong first-half performance, which included 46 points, set the tone for the rest of the game, and they never looked back, outscoring the Panthers by 14 points.
Jarin Stevenson and Seth Trimble led the charge for the North Carolina Tar Heels, each scoring 19 points, while Zayden High added 15 points and 7 rebounds. For the Pittsburgh Panthers, Cameron Corhen had a standout game with 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, and Roman Siulepa chipped in with 14 points. Barry Dunning Jr. also contributed 10 points and 8 rebounds for the Panthers, but it was not enough to overcome the Tar Heels' strong team effort, which saw them shoot 51.9% from the field and 40% from three-point range, making 8 of 20 three-point attempts.
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The North Carolina Tar Heels outshot the Pittsburgh Panthers, making 51.9% of their field goals, compared to the Panthers' 40.4%. The Tar Heels also outrebounded the Panthers, 38-32, and had a slight edge in turnovers, with 12 compared to the Panthers' 14. The Tar Heels' 79 points were the result of a balanced attack, with 46 points in the first half and 33 in the second. The Panthers, on the other hand, scored 32 points in the first half and 33 in the second, but were unable to overcome the Tar Heels' strong start, which included a 12-2 run in the first half.
The CHD Scout predicted a North Carolina win by 23.6 points, with a predicted score of 85-62. While the actual margin of victory was 14 points, the scout was correct in predicting a Tar Heels win. The scout's prediction was based on the Tar Heels' strong NET ranking of 25, compared to the Panthers' ranking of 123. The actual game played out similarly, with the Tar Heels dominating the first half and maintaining their lead throughout the second half. The scout's prediction was accurate, but the margin of victory was narrower than expected, with the Tar Heels scoring 79 points, 6 fewer than predicted.
The win for the North Carolina Tar Heels marks a Q3 victory, as they improve their record to 20-5. The loss for the Pittsburgh Panthers is a Q1 loss, as they fall to 9-17. The Tar Heels' NET ranking of 25 will likely remain steady, while the Panthers' ranking of 123 may drop slightly. The Tar Heels' strong performance, which included a 14-point margin of victory, will likely boost their tournament resume, as they seek to secure a high seed in the NCAA tournament. The Panthers, on the other hand, must regroup and focus on their next game, as they seek to improve their record and NET ranking.
The North Carolina Tar Heels want to build on their momentum as they face their next opponent, while the Pittsburgh Panthers will seek to bounce back from their loss. The Tar Heels' next game is scheduled for February 17, against the Duke Blue Devils, while the Panthers' next game is scheduled for February 18, against the Syracuse Orange. Both teams want to improve their records and NET rankings, as they head into the final stretch of the season, with the Tar Heels seeking to maintain their position as a top-25 team.