- Matchup: North Carolina Tar Heels vs Miami Hurricanes
- Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
- Venue: Watsco Center in Coral Gables, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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This Tuesday, the North Carolina Tar Heels (19-4) will head to the Watsco Center to challenge the Miami Hurricanes (18-5).
In their most recent game, the Tar Heels secured a narrow victory against Duke, finishing 71-68. North Carolina committed just 7 personal fouls, while Duke had 15. From three-point range, North Carolina managed 7 of 19, while Duke shot 83.3% at the free throw line, hitting 5 of 6 attempts. Duke claimed 34 rebounds (7 offensive and 27 defensive) but did not record any blocks. The Blue Devils achieved 14 assists and made 6 steals during the game. Defensively, North Carolina allowed its opponents to shoot 45.2% overall on 28 of 62 attempts, while they themselves dished out 9 assists, forced 8 turnovers, and made 5 steals. The Tar Heels grabbed 25 rebounds, including 3 offensive, and finished the game with 11 of 14 free throw attempts, yielding a solid 78.6%. Their field goal percentage stood at 47.3% (26 out of 55) with 8 successful three-pointers.
Caleb Wilson was instrumental in this victory, scoring 23 points on 8 of 12 shooting, logging 40 minutes on the court, and pulling down 4 rebounds with 2 assists.
As they enter this matchup, North Carolina boasts a record of 19-4 this season. They are averaging 9.4 turnovers per game and committing 14.5 fouls nightly. On average, North Carolina secures 39.4 rebounds per game and has connected for 387 assists this season, ranking them 71st nationwide in assists. The Tar Heels shoot 34.7% from beyond the arc (200 of 577) and 68.6% from the charity stripe. They score an average of 82.6 points per game, placing them 61st in Division 1, with a field goal percentage of 48.0%.
On defense, the Tar Heels generate 9.7 turnovers per game while allowing 18.8 fouls. They permit opponents to shoot 34.2% from 3-point territory and rank 95th in Division 1 by allowing 70.5 points per game. The defense has conceded a field goal percentage of 40.5% (594 of 1,466) and averages 33.9 rebounds per game. They rank 90th in Division 1 for assists allowed, surrendering 292 this season.
In their last game, the Miami Hurricanes triumphed over Boston College with a score of 74-68. Miami finished with 32 defensive rebounds and 9 offensive, totaling 41 boards in the game. They had 13 turnovers while making 6 steals. With Boston College committing 17 fouls, Miami capitalized, attempting 25 free throws and converting 13 for a 52.0% success rate. From long range, the Hurricanes made 5 of 15 attempts (33.3%) and ended the game shooting 28 for 54 from the field, equating to 51.9%. The Hurricanes held Boston College to 40.0% shooting (26 of 65) and allowed them 30 total rebounds.
Malik Reneau stood out for Miami, scoring 23 points in 35 minutes without an assist. He shot 9 of 20 for a field goal percentage of 45.0% while securing 8 rebounds.
Currently, Miami’s record stands at 18-5. Offensively, the Hurricanes are shooting 51.1% from the floor, placing them 12th nationally. They have accumulated 1,937 points this season, averaging 84.2 points per game, while grabbing 38.6 rebounds. They provide 17.2 assists per game (35th in Division 1) and have an average of 11.6 turnovers per contest. The Hurricanes commit 16.3 fouls per game and convert 68.1% of their free throw attempts.
Defensively, Miami ranks 81st in Division 1, allowing 70.0 points per game. They force 13.3 turnovers each game while permitting teams to shoot 42.9% from the field (117th nationally). Their defense concedes 35.3% from beyond the arc (188 of 533) and allows opponents a free throw shooting percentage of 66.8%. Miami gives up 13.2 assists and 29.8 rebounds per game, ranking 169th and 11th respectively on the defensive end.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Favor North Carolina
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