- Matchup: Radford Highlanders vs North Carolina Tar Heels
- Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Venue: Dean E. Smith Center, Chapel Hill, NC
- Broadcast: ACC Network
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This Tuesday, the North Carolina Tar Heels (2-0) will host the Radford Highlanders (2-0) at the Dean E. Smith Center.
The Radford Highlanders recently dominated West Virginia Wesleyan, securing a decisive 99-61 victory. The Highlanders committed only 8 personal fouls, while West Virginia Wesleyan tallied 13. From beyond the arc, Radford struggled, making just 7 of 24 attempts. Meanwhile, West Virginia Wesleyan showed efficiency at the free-throw line, converting 8 of 9 shots for 88.9%. In terms of rebounding, West Virginia Wesleyan managed 20 boards (8 offensive, 12 defensive) but failed to record a block. They also contributed 11 assists and nabbed 13 steals. Defensively, Radford held their opponents to 37.1% shooting from the field, allowing 23 of 62 attempts. The Highlanders registered 24 assists, forced 16 turnovers, and recorded 11 steals. They collected 44 rebounds, with 19 being on the offensive end. At the free-throw line, Radford made 8 of 12 attempts, achieving a rate of 66.7%. Overall, the Highlanders finished the game with an impressive 56.3% shooting from the field (40 of 71) and made 11 of their 30 three-point attempts.
One standout player, Jaylon Johnson, played a pivotal role in this victory. He scored 16 points on 5 of 9 shooting (55.6%), delivered 4 assists, and grabbed 2 rebounds in just 23 minutes of play.
Currently, Radford boasts a 2-0 record this season and averages 12.5 turnovers and 13.0 personal fouls per game. They are hauling in 39.5 rebounds per contest and have tallied 36 assists throughout the season, placing them 129th in Division 1 for passing. The Highlanders are shooting 32.7% from three-point range (17 of 52) and 65.1% from the free-throw line. On average, they are scoring 89.5 points per game, ranking 100th nationally, while maintaining an impressive field goal percentage of 54.9%.
Defensively, the Highlanders are forcing an average of 14.5 turnovers per game while conceding 19.5 fouls. They are limiting opponents to 31.0% shooting from beyond the arc, currently ranking 140th in Division 1 for points allowed per game at 68.0. Radford’s defense allows an opponent shooting percentage of 42.1% (51 of 121) and averages 27.0 rebounds per game, ranking 43rd in Division 1 for assists allowed with 16.
In their last outing, the North Carolina Tar Heels won decisively 87-74 against Kansas. They allowed Kansas to grab a total of 23 rebounds (6 offensive), and North Carolina excelled from three-point range, shooting 48.0% (12 of 25) and converting 10 of 15 free throws (66.7%). Kansas managed to shoot 44.8%, hitting 26 of their 58 attempts from the field. The Tar Heels showcased strong shooting as they finished with 34 of 66 from the floor at a rate of 51.5%. From long distance, North Carolina made 8 out of 27 attempts (29.6%). Kansas fouled 18 times, sending the Tar Heels to the free-throw line 17 times. North Carolina committed 11 turnovers but recorded 9 steals in the game. They secured 33 total rebounds (23 defensive and 10 offensive).
Caleb Wilson was a standout performer for the Tar Heels, achieving 24 points in 31 minutes, alongside 4 assists. He shot an impressive 9 of 11 from the field, resulting in a remarkable field goal percentage of 81.8%, and contributed 7 rebounds.
This season, North Carolina stands at 2-0. On offense, they are shooting at a rate of 51.1% from the field, ranking 64th in Division 1. The Tar Heels have scored a total of 181 points, averaging 90.5 per game. They are also grabbing 42.0 rebounds per contest and making 19.5 assists per game, contributing to their ranking as 53rd in college basketball. However, they are turning the ball over 11.5 times per game while committing 14.5 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Tar Heels rank 93rd in points allowed per game with 64.0. They are forcing an average of 15.5 turnovers and holding opponents to 37.7% shooting (95th in college basketball). North Carolina’s defense allows 37.0% from distance (20 of 54), and their opponents make 66.7% of their free-throw attempts. On average, they concede 11.5 assists and 28.5 rebounds, ranking them 141st and 42nd in Division 1, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Choose North Carolina
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