Notre Dame vs North Carolina: ACC Tournament Showdown
Notre Dame's season ended with a 76-56 loss to 5th-seeded North Carolina. The Fighting Irish finished with a 15-18 record in Coach Shrewsberry's first year.
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by Len Clark
Micah Shrewsberry Post-Game
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North Carolina Sets the Tone Early
1
Quick Start
The Tar Heels jumped out to an early lead. They used size, speed, and perimeter shooting effectively.
2
Withers on Fire
Jae'L Withers connected on seven three-pointers. He finished with a game-high 21 points.
3
Irish Struggle
Notre Dame shot just 32.3% in the first half. By halftime, UNC held a commanding 43-29 lead.
First Half Shooting Woes
Tar Heels Maintained Control
1
Irish Fight Back
Notre Dame pushed early in the second half. Nikita Konstantynovsky provided strong inside presence.
2
UNC Answers
Every Irish run was met with Tar Heel responses. North Carolina's balanced attack kept firm control.
3
Decisive Run
A 12-0 Tar Heels run midway through the second half extinguished Irish comeback hopes.