Trimble’s Buzzer-Beater Lifts UNC Past No. 4 Duke | College Basketball Recap

On a wild Saturday, North Carolina senior guard Seth Trimble hit the game-winning three-pointer with fewer than one second left to rally the Tar Heels to their only lead of the game past No. 4 Duke, 71–68, in Chapel Hill, N.C. Freshman Caleb Wilson led North Carolina with 23 points, while Trimble finished with 16 points. Duke freshman Cameron Boozer led all scorers with 24 points and added 11 rebounds.

Recap of Saturday’s notable men’s college basketball results

The victory marked a thrilling moment for North Carolina, securing a win against a highly-ranked Duke team. The game was a back-and-forth contest, with Duke holding the lead for the majority of the time until Trimble’s dramatic buzzer-beater. The final score reflected the intense competition between the two rivals.

Trimble’s shot not only secured the win for the Tar Heels but also highlighted the impact of their freshman talent, with Wilson’s 23-point performance proving crucial to their offensive efforts. Despite Boozer’s strong showing for Duke, including a double-double with 24 points and 11 rebounds, it wasn’t enough to overcome North Carolina’s late-game surge.

Sports Illustrated also followed a number of notable results with a recap below.

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