Lucas: Rapid Reactions - UNC vs. Tennessee Posted Nov 21, 2021 The Tar Heels looked like a tired team in a 89-72 loss to Tennessee. North Carolina simply wasn't able to muster the same level of competitiveness as the Vols, as both teams were coming off intense games on Saturday and Tennessee responded better. UNC's defense needs improvement. The Tar Heels were simply beaten in virtually every category. (GoHeels.com)