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UNC Stuns Virginia with Epic Comeback Victory

1/25/2026

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The University of North Carolina (UNC) defeated Virginia 85-80 on January 24, 2026, overcoming a 16-point deficit.
UNC mounted a 40-19 second-half run to flip the game, with Caleb Wilson scoring 20 points.
Jarin Stevenson added 17 points, all in the second half, including momentum-shifting plays.
UNC outrebounded 44-28 but limited Virginia’s second-chance points, earning UNC its first ACC road win and extending its streak against Virginia to three.

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The University of North Carolina (UNC) defeated Virginia 85-80 on January 24, 2026, overcoming a 16-point deficit.
UNC mounted a 40-19 second-half run to flip the game, with Caleb Wilson scoring 20 points.
Jarin Stevenson added 17 points, all in the second half, including momentum-shifting plays.
UNC outrebounded 44-28 but limited Virginia’s second-chance points, earning UNC its first ACC road win and extending its streak against Virginia to three.