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Tar Heels Bounce Back: Syracuse Downed 77-64
24 Feb
Summary
- UNC basketball secured a critical win against Syracuse.
- Henri Veesaar's return marked a turning point for the team.
- The Tar Heels are ranked 29th in the latest Power 37 rankings.

The UNC basketball team returned to the win column on Saturday with a 77-64 victory over Syracuse, marking a successful sweep of their season series. This crucial win came shortly after an embarrassing 82-58 loss to NC State last week.
The Tar Heels, now ranked 29th in Andy Katz's latest Power 37 rankings, are set to host Louisville. They are positioned between Iowa and Georgia in the rankings. Despite awaiting Caleb Wilson's return, key players like Seth Trimble and emerging talents such as Zayden High are stepping up.
UNC faces a demanding schedule to conclude the regular season, including games against ranked opponents like Louisville, Virginia Tech, Clemson, and Duke. The team currently holds a sixth-place tie in the ACC with Louisville, offering a bye in the conference tournament.




