Overview

• No. 1 seed North Carolina suffers a narrow defeat to No. 4 seed Alabama, 89-87, in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, marking a season-ending loss for the Tar Heels.
• UNC's Armando Bacot and RJ Davis, key players for the team, express their disappointment following the unexpected loss, highlighting their significant contributions over their college careers.
• Alabama's victory, led by standout performance from Grant Nelson, propels them into the Elite Eight, where they will face No. 6 seed Clemson.
• Criticism targets RJ Davis for his poor shooting night, despite his overall outstanding season, with fans and commentators noting his 0-for-9 performance from three-point range.
• UNC teammates and coach defend Davis and Bacot, emphasizing their pivotal roles in the team's success and the impact of their leadership on and off the court.