Why did the North Carolina Tar Heels drop in the AP Poll?

The Tar Heels fell eight spots to #22 after losing two games last week.

Who is the standout player for the North Carolina Tar Heels this season?

Freshman Caleb Wilson is leading the team in points, rebounds, steals, and blocks.

What is the current ACC record for the North Carolina Tar Heels?

The Tar Heels currently have a 2-3 record in ACC play.

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UNC Tar Heels Tumble in AP Poll Amidst Rough Patch

20 Jan

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Summary

North Carolina Tar Heels fell eight spots to #22 in the latest AP Poll.
The team has lost three of its last four games, struggling on defense.
Freshman Caleb Wilson leads UNC in scoring, rebounds, steals, and blocks.

UNC Tar Heels Tumble in AP Poll Amidst Rough Patch

The North Carolina Tar Heels are currently ranked #22 in the latest AP Poll, marking an eight-spot drop from their previous #14 position. This recent slide comes after a difficult week where the Tar Heels went 0-2, with losses to Stanford and California.

Following a strong 13-1 start, UNC has now lost three of their last four contests, highlighting significant defensive struggles. Their ACC record stands at 2-3, with additional conference losses to SMU, adding to concerns about their performance against quality opponents.

The team's inconsistencies have been evident throughout the season, with rankings fluctuating significantly. However, freshman Caleb Wilson has been a standout performer, leading the team in points per game (19.7) and rebounds per game (10.6), while also excelling in steals and blocks. His impressive play has placed him on midseason awards watch lists and projected as a top NBA Draft pick.