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Tar Heels Dominate Boards in Upset Victory Over Kentucky

LEXINGTON, KY – The North Carolina Tar Heels (7-1) secured a hard-fought 67-64 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats (5-3) in Rupp Arena on Saturday, fueled by a dominant rebounding performance that harkened back to the program’s tradition. Ranked #16 nationally, UNC’s 20 offensive rebounds, a season-high, and 22 second-chance points proved to be the difference-maker in the ACC/SEC Challenge matchup against #18 Kentucky.

Freshman guard Derek Dixon hit the game-winning layup late in the fourth quarter but UNC’s success was largely due to their dominance on the offensive glass, securing a 47.6% offensive rebounding percentage, the team’s highest since a game against NC State last season. Coach Hubert Davis expressed his satisfaction with the team’s commitment to offensive rebounding, emphasizing its importance to the team’s success, with practice drills that instill urgency in pursuing missed shots.

Freshman forward Caleb Wilson led the charge with a double-double, racking up 15 points and 12 rebounds, including a season-high six offensive boards. Fellow Tar Heel Henri Veesaar also contributed a double-double, adding 17 points and 10 rebounds, making for a dominant frontline. With a current offensive rebounding percentage of 38.1%, UNC is on track for its best performance in five seasons under Coach Davis.

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