RJ Davis sets a Dean Dome record with 42 points, leading North Carolina to a 75-71 victory over Miami. The win improved North Carolina to 22-6 overall and No. 7 in the CBS Sports Top 25 And 1 rankings. Davis's performance marked the most points scored by any player in a game inside the Smith Center, with 22 shots made and a career-high 42 points split evenly between the two halves.
RJ Davis led No. 9 North Carolina to a commanding 105-60 victory over Charleston Southern with a standout performance of 20 points and 10 assists, marking the first points-assists double-double of his college career. The Tar Heels showed dominance in their final non-conference game, with six players scoring in double figures and the team achieving a season-high in assists and a season-low in turnovers. Charleston Southern struggled against their ACC opponents, and both teams are looking ahead to their respective conference plays. The game also included a tribute to the late Eric Montross, a UNC basketball legend.
The University of North Carolina men's basketball team dominated Charleston Southern with a 105-60 victory, showcasing impressive performances from RJ Davis, who achieved a historic double-double, and Jalen Washington, who scored a career-high 17 points. The team excelled in various game aspects, including rebounding and bench points, and honored the late Eric Montross with a pregame tribute. Armando Bacot moved up to seventh on Carolina's all-time scoring list, and the team displayed strong ball control with minimal turnovers. The Tar Heels are preparing for a challenging ACC road trip after their nonconference schedule.