UNC basketball wins exhibition against Charlotte in overtime, 89-82
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Last updated Oct 28, 2026
The University of North Carolina basketball team secured an 89-82 overtime victory over Charlotte in an exhibition game held at Chapel Hill. After trailing for much of the matchup, the Tar Heels rallied late, including a crucial technical foul by Charlotte that allowed them to tie the game. Terrence Brown emerged as the standout scorer for UNC, contributing 27 points. The Tar Heels exhibited ongoing issues with turnovers and rebounding, a concern heading into the regular season. Their next game is set for Monday, Nov. 2, against Western Carolina.
- •UNC trailed for over 31 minutes before pushing for overtime.
- •The team had 14 turnovers, contributing to 23 points for Charlotte.
- •UNC was outrebounded 36-40, with Charlotte grabbing 12 offensive boards.
- •Jaydon Young scored 11 points, all in a crucial second-half stretch.
- •The Tar Heels' next game is on Nov. 2 against Western Carolina.
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — Terrence Brown scoring, 9 other observations from UNC basketball OT win vs Charlotte
"Here are 10 observations from UNC basketball's overtime win in its exhibition game vs. Charlotte.
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