Syracuse Upsets No. 7 North Carolina, Tar Heels' Struggles Continue

North Carolina faces its third loss in the last five games, raising concerns about their performance as March Madness approaches.

North Carolina Tar Heels suffer a 86-79 defeat against Syracuse, marking their third loss in recent games.
The Tar Heels have shown a pattern of faltering in late-game situations, contributing to their recent defeats.
Defensive issues and scoring lapses have become problematic for UNC, with opponents shooting effectively against them.
Despite the setbacks, there's optimism with a break in the schedule and key players like RJ Davis and Armando Bacot leading the team.
Syracuse's victory over North Carolina marks their first win over a top-10 opponent since January 2019.