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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.

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.
Key Performer:
Ven-Allen Lubin
17
Points
Efficient scoring throughout the game
10
Rebounds
Dominant presence on the glass
42
Team Rebounds
North Carolina's total boards
34
Irish Rebounds
Notre Dame's rebounding total
Statistical Breakdown