In a thrilling ACC matchup, the North Carolina Tar Heels survived a late-game scare to defeat the Syracuse Orange 87-77. Despite a significant 32-point lead at one point, UNC had to fend off a furious rally from Syracuse, who made a considerable effort to close the gap. Caleb Wilson stood out for the Tar Heels, scoring 22 points, while several key players contributed to the victory. Postgame reactions on social media highlighted the intensity of the game and the resilience of both teams. As the season progresses, both squads face critical upcoming matchups, with Syracuse looking to bounce back after this loss.