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 89-84DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
WATCH: UNC basketball's Pete Nance beats buzzer to go to OT vs. Ohio State Here's video of UNC basketball's Pete Nance hitting a buzzer-beating jumper to send Saturday's game against Ohio State to overtime.
DECEMBER 17, 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 100-67DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records 18 points Nance finished Sunday's 80-72 loss to Virginia Tech with 18 points (6-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and 10 rebounds in 36 minutes.
Impact Nance recorded a double-double for the second game in a row, and the uptick in rebounds could be something permanent while Armando Bacot (shoulder) is out, leaving more opportunities for rebounds for the senior. Nance is also thriving on offense since he has scored in double digits in five of his last seven contests.
DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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
Enjoys breakout game Nance ended Thursday's 89-81 victory over Portland with 28 points (8-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds and two assists in 35 minutes.
Impact Even though Armando Bacot posted a double-double and Caleb Love finished with 23 points, Nance was the undisputed star for the Tar Heels in a game where they had to work harder than expected to get the victory. Nance has been playing well of late and has now registered at least 10 points in three games in a row.
NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 11 points Sunday Nance provided 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 32 minutes during Sunday's 80-64 win over James Madison.
Impact Nance has started all four games for UNC this season and seems to be trending in the right direction, as he's now scored in double digits in each of his last two appearances. The senior is averaging 10.5 points per game in his first year with the Tar Heels, as he spent each of his previous four seasons as a regular starter for Northwestern.
NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Why North Carolina is No. 1 in our college basketball 2022-23 countdown
With four starters returning, including star Armando Bacot, North Carolina is ready for a big season and ranked No. 1 in our preseason count...NOVEMBER 4, 2022
TIPOFF: Creighton's Scheierman tops list of impact transfers
Creighton has its best preseason ranking ever thanks in part to the big victory it earned in the transfer portalOCTOBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pete Nance earns spot on Karl Malone Award Watch List The UNC basketball power forward was one of the most coveted transfers heading into the 2022-2023 season.
OCTOBER 27, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Collins, struggling Northwestern look for turnaround season
Northwestern is counting on an experienced backcourt to help end a string of losing seasonsOCTOBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
No. 1 Tar Heels chasing final step after NCAA title-game run
North Carolina opens the season at No. 1 after a run to last year's NCAA championship gameOCTOBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pete Nance announces transfer to North Carolina The former Northwestern star will use his final year of eligibility playing for a Tar Heels squad looking to make another long tournament ru...
AUGUST 9, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
'He does it with class.' UNC basketball helps transfer Pete Nance feel right at home “Being able to be here and kind of see what it’s all about, it’s really been amazing,” Nance said. “It’s not really a mystery as to why this...
JULY 19, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
You can kinda see that mold': Why Pete Nance transferred to North Carolina The Northwestern transfer has impressed his teammates early on with his athleticism and versatility.
JULY 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Former Northwestern player Pete Nance aims to fill void at North Carolina Nance gives the Tar Heels the potential to replace at least some of the production they lost.
JULY 18, 2022 • SUNTIMES.COM
Tar Heels' Pete Nance aims to fill void in UNC title chase
North Carolina is hoping the addition of Northwestern transfer Pete Nance can replace some of the production lost from last yearJULY 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pete Nance on transferring to North Carolina: 'I knew where I wanted to go' Northwestern transfer Pete Nance talks with reporter C.L. Brown about getting adjusted to his new team
JULY 18, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Pete Nance on transferring to North Carolina: 'I knew where I wanted to go' Northwestern transfer Pete Nance talks with reporter C.L. Brown about getting adjusted to his new team
JULY 18, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Can Northwestern transfer Pete Nance replace Brady Manek's production: UNC film room The 6-foot-10 Nance can be a weapon in pick-and-roll action for the Tar Heels, but he has some limitations too.
JUNE 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Why Pete Nance just might be the perfect fit for UNC basketball Former Northwestern transfer has skill set to make seamless transition to Tar Heels.
JUNE 22, 2022 • MYRTLEBEACHONLINE.COM
UNC MBB Lands Northwestern Transfer Pete Nance The graduate transfer will likely take Brady Manek’s spot in the rotation.
JUNE 18, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Northwestern's Pete Nance transferring to North Carolina
Northwestern forward Pete Nance says he’ll transfer to North CarolinaJUNE 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Headed to Chapel Hill Nance will transfer to North Carolina, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.
Impact Nance was a force at Northwestern in 2021, putting up 14.6 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists. The center has started in every game he's played in the past three seasons for the Wildcats, and shown steady improvement. Last season, Nance shot 45.2% from three, remarkable accuracy for a center. The Ohio native will pair with superstar of Armando Bacot for his final season of eligibility.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Exits NBA Draft Nance has withdrawn from the NBA Draft while keeping his name in the transfer portal, per Jeff Goodman of Stadium.
Impact Nance started all 30 games for the Wildcats in 2021, posting career-highs in points (14.6), field goal percentage (49.7) and three point percentage (45.2). After four seasons in Evanston, the center has likely played his last minutes for the Wildcats, as he has kept his name in the portal. He should be a highly sought-after transfer as a productive big man with unusual shooting prowess.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
