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Bacot scores 26, UNC beats Michigan at Jumpman Invitational

Armando Bacot scored 26 points on 11-of-16 shooting, RJ Davis hit four 3-pointers and finished with 19 points and North Carolina held on to beat Michigan 80-76 at the Jumpman Invit...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

North Carolina plays Michigan

The North Carolina Tar Heels play the Michigan Wolverines at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

After buzzer-beater to force OT, Heels beat No. 23 OSU 89-84

Pete Nance made a jumper at the buzzer to force overtime for scuffling North Carolina and the Tar Heels beat No. 23 Ohio State 89-84

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

UNC basketball's Armando Bacot has record-setting performance vs. The Citadel Armando Bacot's 62nd double-figure scoring game surpasses Billy Cunningham for UNC record.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • FAYOBSERVER.COM

Bacot claims UNC record in 100-67 win over The Citadel

Armando Bacot had 11 rebounds, reaching double digits for a program-record 62nd time, and scored 14 points as North Carolina rolled by The Citadel 100-67

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Records double-double Bacot accumulated 14 points (5-9 FG, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 26 minutes during Tuesday's 100-67 win over Citadel.

Impact Bacot missed just one game due to a shoulder problem, but as he recorded two double-doubles before being sidelined for the Dec. 4 against Virginia Tech, he's also posted that feat in back-to-back games since returning to the hardwood. The star big man has six double-doubles over his last seven appearances and has recorded at least 10 points and nine rebounds in all but one game during the current campaign, cementing his place as one of the best big men in the country.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Another double-double Bacot closed Saturday's 75-59 victory over Georgia Tech with 21 points (8-16 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-9 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block over 34 minutes.

Impact Bacot has three double-doubles across that many games the Tar Heels have played since Nov. 27. He averaged 17.7 points and 11.0 rebounds. Unsurprisingly, Bacot is expected to be one of college basketball's best centers despite injuries having his rhythm occasionally disrupted.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bacot, Davis with double-doubles, UNC snaps losing streak

Armando Bacot returned from a one-game absence to score 21 points and grab 13 rebounds, RJ Davis had 22 points and 10 rebounds and North Carolina snapped a four-game losing streak...

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected back Saturday Bacot (shoulder) is expected to return for Saturday's showdown with Georgia Tech, Rivals.com reports.

Impact Bacot was a full participant in warmups, and he is expected to make his return against the Yellow Jackets. The 6-foot-11 senior was unable to suit up during Sunday's matchup with Virginia Tech, but it appears the shoulder injury that held him out of the contest wasn't major. Bacot has been the face of North Carolina's program this season, logging 16.1 points, 11.1 rebounds and 1.5 blocks on 33.8 minutes per game. Bacot and the Tarheels will look to get back on track against Georgia Tech, as they are currently riding a four-game losing streak.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice Bacot (shoulder) participated in practice on Thursday, Ross Martin of 247Sports reports.

Impact Bacot was able to return to practice, participating in a limited fashion on Thursday. The 6-foot-11 senior is working his way back from a shoulder injury, but he is trending in a positive direction ahead of Saturday's showdown with Georgia Tech. If Bacot is unable to suit up on Saturday, his next opportunity would be Dec. 13, against Citadel.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 13 Maryland off to fast start with marquee games ahead

No. 13 Maryland is off to a fast start in its first season under Kevin Willard

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Preseason No. 1 North Carolina drops out of AP Top 25

Houston and Texas remain firmly entrenched atop The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Return timetable unclear Bacot said after Sunday's 80-72 loss to Virginia Tech that he doesn't have a clear timeline to return to the court due to a bruised right shoulder, Adam Smith of 247Sports.com repo...

Impact Heading into Sunday's contest, Bacot wasn't known to be dealing with an injury until North Carolina announced shortly before opening tip that the big man wouldn't start due to the shoulder injury. Bacot was spotted warming up with the team and still looked like a candidate to come off the bench, but he ultimately didn't see the floor in the Tar Heels' eight-point loss. He disclosed after the game that he hasn't been able to practice since suffering the injury in last Wednesday's loss to Indiana, so Bacot looks as though he could be at risk of missing additional time. North Carolina returns to action Saturday versus Georgia Tech.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at Virginia Tech Bacot (shoulder) did not play during the Tar Heels' 80-72 loss Sunday at Virginia Tech.

Impact Due to his bruised shoulder, Bacot sat out the Tar Heels' first game of December. He will try returning when they host Georgia Tech on Saturday.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech knock off slumping No. 18 North Carolina 80-72

Justyn Mutts scored 27 points to lead Virginia Tech to an 80-72 victory over No. 18 North Carolina on Sunday

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not starting, could play Bacot, who is dealing with a right shoulder contusion, won't start in Sunday's game at Virginia Tech.

Impact According to Sam Alves of 3304Sports.com, Bacot was spotted warming up, so he could be available to play off the bench even though he's not starting for the first time all season. Puff Johnson will enter the starting five in place of Bacot, who looks to be a riskier option in DFS lineups than usual while coming off the bench. Through eight games, Bacot has averaged 16.1 points, 11.1 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in 33.8 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 18 North Carolina plays Virginia Tech on 3-game road skid

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No. 18 North Carolina takes on Virginia Tech on 3-game losing streak

No. 18 North Carolina aims to break its three-game skid with a victory over Virginia Tech. Sunday's meeting is the first this season for the two teams

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jackson-Davis leads No. 10 Indiana past No. 18 UNC, 77-65

Trayce Jackson-Davis had 21 points and 10 rebounds, Xavier Johnson scored 20 points and No. 10 Indiana beat No. 18 North Carolina 77-65

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No. 18 North Carolina visits No. 10 Indiana after Love's 34-point game

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No. 18 Alabama Crimson Tide and the No. 1 North Carolina Tar Heels play in Portland, Oregon

The No. 18 Alabama Crimson Tide face the No. 1 North Carolina Tar Heels at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Oregon

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sniffs double-double again Bacot produced 13 points (5-6 FG, 3-5 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's 70-65 loss to Iowa State.

Impact Bacot has become an automatic double-double threat every time he steps on the court and the numbers back that up, as he's reached that feat twice in six games but has posted double-digit points with nine rebounds in three of his other four appearances. The star big man is averaging 16.2 points and 11.5 rebounds per game to begin a season in which he was a consensus favorite for the ACC Player of the Year award in the preseason.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No. 18 Alabama Crimson Tide and the No. 1 North Carolina Tar Heels meet in Portland, Oregon

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

A new threat rises in Big 12: Iowa State topples No. 1 UNC

Upset of No. 1 North Carolina might be a "dream come true," for Cyclones, but this team doesn't look like a one-hit-wonder.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

A new threat rises in Big 12: Iowa State topples No. 1 UNC

Caleb Grill, Iowa State topples No. 1 North Carolina 70-65

Caleb Grill hit seven 3-pointers and scored a career-high 31 points and Iowa State rallied in the final five minutes to stun No. 1 North Carolina 70-65 on Friday in the semifinals...

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS