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Tar Heels Stumble Again: Loss to Cal Raises Concerns
18 Jan
Summary
- North Carolina Tar Heels lost to Cal 84-78 on Saturday.
- Cal led for the entire game against UNC.
- UNC's free-throw shooting was poor, making only 60%.
The North Carolina Tar Heels experienced another conference setback on Saturday, falling to Cal with a final score of 84-78. Cal controlled the game from the outset, leading for the entire duration. This loss extends UNC's current losing streak to two games, deepening concerns within Chapel Hill as their ACC record now stands at 2-3.
The first half saw UNC fall behind significantly, giving up 54 points to Cal and struggling with turnovers. Defensive issues, including difficulties with man-to-man and a struggling 2-3 zone, allowed Cal's John Camden to score 16 points in the half. Cal led comfortably at halftime, 54-37.
In the second half, UNC attempted a comeback with increased defensive pressure, narrowing the deficit to as few as four points. However, critical turnovers and a mere 60% success rate from the free-throw line ultimately cost them the game. The team left 11 points on the board from free throws, a significant factor in the six-point difference.
