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December 17, 2025
Dean E. Smith Center
Game Recap

North Carolina defeats ETSU 77-58

Game Recap: North Carolina Dominates ETSU at Home

The Dean E. Smith Center was electric as the Tar Heels took on visiting East Tennessee State (ETSU) in a non-conference matchup, ultimately emerging victorious with a 19-point win.

At halftime, the home team held a slim lead of 38-30, but it was clear that North Carolina had the momentum and control. The largest leads of the game were 27 points for the Tar Heels and 2 points for ETSU.

Henri Veesaar led all scorers with 26 points, showcasing his prowess from beyond the arc (2-3 3PT) while shooting an impressive 90.9% from the field. His eight rebounds and two assists demonstrated his versatility on both ends of the floor.

For North Carolina, Kyan Evans chipped in six assists, while Jordan McCullum contributed seven rebounds.

On the other side of the court, Brian Taylor II led ETSU with 14 points but struggled from three-point range (1-5). Despite a strong showing from Jordan McCullum, who grabbed seven rebounds and scored nine points, the Buccaneers found themselves struggling to keep pace with the Tar Heels' high-powered offense.

Advanced statistics painted a clear picture of North Carolina's superiority. The home team shot 54% from the field, 76% on two-pointers, and 32% on three-point attempts, while allowing just 38% shooting from ETSU. The Tar Heels outrebounded their opponents 28-17 in the paint and committed fewer turnovers (7 vs. 11).

The win marks a significant test for North Carolina as they continue to prepare for conference play.

Game Statistics

North Carolina (HOME) Game Stats

* Field Goals: 27/50 (54.0%)

* 2-Point FG: 19/25 (76.0%)

* 3-Point FG: 8/25 (32.0%)

* Free Throws: 15/23 (65.0%)

* Rebounds: 35 (Off: 7, Def: 28)

* Assists: 18

* Turnovers: 7

* Steals: 3

* Blocks: 2

* Total Fouls: 15

ETSU (AWAY) Game Stats

* Field Goals: 20/52 (38.0%)

* 2-Point FG: 13/29 (44.8%)

* 3-Point FG: 7/23 (30.0%)

* Free Throws: 11/16 (69.0%)

* Rebounds: 23 (Off: 6, Def: 17)

* Assists: 11

* Turnovers: 7

* Steals: 4

* Blocks: 2

* Total Fouls: 19

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