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Lucas: On The Move
At a place where Virginia used to thrive on making it impossible to run, UNC changed Saturday's game by pushing the tempo. "We got steals, deflections, and that allowed us to get into the open court,"
Hubert Davis said. "The pitch-aheads and the awareness by our guards to see their open teammates got us back into the game and gave us a lot of energy." (
GoHeels.com)
UNC vs. Virginia Observations: 40-19, Strong Close, Jarin Stevenson, Rebounding
UNC lost and then regained the lead, riding junior
Jarin Stevenson, who scored all 17 of his points over the final 12:42 of the contest. The 85 points are the most by UNC in this building, which opened 20 years ago, and the most at UVA since 2005. The 16-point deficit is the most an opponent has ever overcome in winning here since JPJ opened in 2006. (
TarHeel247)
Jarin Stevenson’s Second-Half Surge Powers No. 22 Tar Heels Past No. 14 Virginia
Through the first 27 minutes of UNC's win at Virginia,
Jarin Stevenson's lone statistic was a rebound. No points. No assists. No blocks, just a single offensive board. With the Tar Heels down 16 in the first half, another road collapse seemed likely. Stevenson didn't attempt his first shot until 12:42 remained — a transition layup to cut Virginia's lead to one. (
TarHeel247)
Video: IC Postgame Podcast - Different Faces Lead UNC Basketball's Big Win at Virginia
Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Basketball's 85-80 comeback win in Charlottesville over No. 14 Virginia on Saturday. Carolina trailed by as many as 16, but
Jarin Stevenson's 17 second-half points and
Derek Dixon's floor leadership pushed the Tar Heels to victory.
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Sat Jan 24, 2026
Hubert Davis’ halftime challenge fuels rally for huge UNC win at Virginia
It was the sort of victory that can flip the trajectory of a season, and it came because UNC came out swinging in the second half. The No. 22 Tar Heels found the energy, hustle, and determination that were absent in the first half to produce a signature victory the Tar Heels needed. They rallied from a 16-point deficit for an 85-80 win at No. 14 Virginia. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Box Score: North Carolina 85, Virginia 80
View the complete box score from the No. 22 North Carolina Tar Heels' 85-80 victory over the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday afternoon in Charlottesville. (
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Sat Jan 24, 2026
Video: Virginia Basketball Coach Ryan Odom Post-UNC Press Conference
Virginia head men's basketball coach Ryan Odom speaks with the media following the No. 14 Cavaliers' 85-80 loss to No. 22 North Carolina on Saturday at John Paul Jones Arena.
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Sat Jan 24, 2026
Video: Hubert Davis Post-Virginia Press Conference
North Carolina head men's basketball coach
Hubert Davis speaks with the media following the No. 22 Tar Heels' 85-80 win over the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday in Charlottesville.
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Sat Jan 24, 2026
Video: UNC Battles Back to Top No. 14 Virginia, 85-80 - Highlights
Jarin Stevenson scored 17 second-half points to help the No. 22 Tar Heels overcome a 16-point deficit and beat the No. 14 Virginia Cavaliers on Saturday in Charlottesville.
Caleb Wilson led UNC with 20 points, while
Seth Trimble added 16. Check out the highlights.
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Sat Jan 24, 2026
Lucas: North Carolina vs. Virginia Rapid Reactions
North Carolina mounted an improbable comeback from a 16-point first half deficit and overcame Virginia on the road, 85-80.The Tar Heels blitzed Virginia in the second half with 63 percent shooting from the field. They made five three-pointers and also hit seven of ten at the free throw line.
Jarin Stevenson scored all 17 of his points in the final half. (
GoHeels.com)