Though it's easy to point towards UNC's stellar offense as the major reason it advanced to Thursday's rematch with Wake Forest, North Carolina's defense played a big role. The Tar Heels limited an opponent to under 60 points – for the second time in three games. Only one Notre Dame (15-18, 8-12) starter, Markus Burton, scored in double-figures.

Syracuse Orange guard J.J. Starling (2) drives past Florida State Seminoles guard Justin Thomas (25). The Syracuse Orange basketball team takes on Florida State in the game 3 in the ACC Tournament in Charlotte N.C, Tuesday March 11. 2025. Dennis Nett | [email protected] dennis nett | [email protected]