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Caleb Wilson Leads No. 18 UNC Past Navy to Reach 5-0 and 2,400 Wins

The performance underscored a defense-first identity before a tougher nonconference stretch.

Overview

  • North Carolina beat Navy 73-61 in Chapel Hill, closing a five-game homestand and improving to 5-0.
  • Freshman Caleb Wilson posted 23 points, 12 rebounds, four steals and three blocks, sparking a decisive second-half run.
  • UNC held Navy to 30.4% shooting, marking a fourth opponent this season kept under 40% from the field.
  • The victory made UNC the third Division I men's program to reach 2,400 all-time wins, joining Kentucky and Kansas.
  • Ranked No. 18 in the AP Poll and No. 19 in the Coaches Poll, the Tar Heels head to the Fort Myers Tip-Off before a road test at Kentucky.