By their usual standards, North Carolina has had a disappointing season. After finishing 33-7 and winning the national title last year, the Tar Heels have lost nine games already this season. That includes a home loss to Wofford, along with home losses to NC State and Miami. But, they also beat Duke twice, including last night’s ACC semi-finals win. That sets up this ACC final between long-time rivals.
For most of the season, UNC was led by Luke Maye. The former walk-on is averaging 17 and 10 and shooting over 43% from downtown. But recently, senior PG Joel Berry has been coming on and he’s actually overtaken Maye for the team lead in PPG.