Once again, North Carolina could not help but play a dramatic game against Louisville. They managed to put the game away with some timely late baskets and free throws, and while there wasn’t any controversy this time around, it was still a nerve-wracker.
With under four minutes left, a pair of key plays, one made basket and one assist, from one player essentially put the game away. That player, who also finished as the Heels’ leading scorer, is Brady Manek, who gets our player of the game for UNC’s 70-63 win over Louisville.
Manek led all scorers on Monday night, going for 17 points, while also finishing with three rebounds and two assists.