UNC Stages 16-Point Comeback to Defeat No. 18 UCLA in Thriller

Ian Jackson and RJ Davis lead North Carolina to a pivotal 76-74 victory over UCLA at Madison Square Garden, marking their first win against a ranked opponent this season.

North Carolina overcame a 16-point second-half deficit to secure a 76-74 victory over No. 18 UCLA in the CBS Sports Classic.
Freshman Ian Jackson scored a career-high 24 points in his homecoming game in New York City, providing a crucial offensive spark off the bench.
RJ Davis contributed 17 points, including the game-winning free throws with 13 seconds remaining, as UNC capitalized on UCLA's late fouls and turnovers.
Tyler Bilodeau led UCLA with 26 points but was limited late after picking up his fourth foul, which shifted momentum in favor of the Tar Heels.
The victory improves UNC's record to 7-5 and provides a much-needed boost to their nonconference résumé after previous struggles against ranked opponents.