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It’s important that the Tar Heels keep their eyes on the future and really begin to focus on the season in front of them. While Michael Malone has the team fully focused on the task at hand, there’s no stopping fans from looking back at some of the biggest moments last year.
Despite an earlier-than-expected postseason exit, Carolina still delivered several performances that will remain memorable for years to come. From statement road wins to back-and-forth ACC matchups, the number of quality games from the Tar Heels makes it difficult to rank their top 10.
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No. 10 – North Carolina vs. Virginia Tech
Feb 28, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies guard Ben Hammond (3) with the ball as North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) and forward Jarin Stevenson (15) defend in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
Kicking off the countdown is a home win against the Hokies. While this may not be the flashiest game of the season, it certainly had its moments and showed the potential the Heels had last season when things were clicking.
The game began much closer than the Tar Heels probably would have liked, as Virginia Tech challenged North Carolina with a back-and-forth battle in the first half. Heading into halftime, the score was even between the teams at 44 points apiece.
Feb 28, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) shoots as Virginia Tech Hokies center Christian Gurdak (32) defends in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
From there, the game remained close until the Tar Heels were able to pull away late in the second half, following a great showing from Henri Veesaar and Seth Trimble, as they combined for 46 points.
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Ultimately, Carolina would go on to win this one 89-82, thanks to Henri Veesaar and his season (and career) high of 26…
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