Virginia Tech Defeats No. 1 Ranked Duke
As a North Carolinian, you are aware that the ultimate rivalry between the Tar-Heels and Blue Devils are one the most intriguing highlights between two schools that are practically minutes away from each other.
If you are in the area during a North Carolina and Duke game, you are either planning what spot you will watch the game and your game meal.
During the two hours of pure excitement, everyone is watching, cheering, and waiting it anticipation to see what team will reign supreme after the Duke vs.
North Carolina game.
Last night, the Tar Heels stepped up to prove that they were ready for this game, scoring after several missed baskets between both teams.
Being very familiar with Duke's offense, North Carolina knew that they could not get too comfortable, as Duke track record shows that they are a 2nd half team-coming back after large deficits to win the game.
Carolina's offense was in transition last night, as Duke was unable to put enough defense on them to stop the Tar Heels ongoing scoring.
North Carolina's point guard, Kendall Marshall, was the star of last night's game- making sharp and quick passes to teammates such as freshman, John Henson, and power forward Justin Knox.
Marshall had a game high of 15 points and 11 assists.
His spin move followed by a layup set the dynamics in the Tar-Heel stadium, pumping the fans as well as fellow teammates.
Coach Roy Williams is one of the best coach in the country that teaches transition, not just of the miss but also off the make.
Duke Blue Devils point guard, Nolan Smith, tried to keep his team in the game by making plays a drawing fouls.
He ended the game scoring the highest with 30 points and 3 assists.
Seth Curry was the 2nd lead scorer, making 20 points.
According to ESPN's and former Duke player, Jason Williams, "Duke is not a No.
1 seed now.
If they were to win the ACC tournament and some other things were to go wrong...
I will still give my No.
1 seed to Notre Dame, because of this lost to Carolina.
" In the 2nd half, Duke came out scoring the first seven points with Kyle Singler to score.
By then, Duke ammunition began to die down as the team began to rely heavily on Nolan Smith.
Carolina's Harrison Barnes really matured during the season, scoring 18 points.
Tyler Zeller came out with 14 points.
If you are in the area during a North Carolina and Duke game, you are either planning what spot you will watch the game and your game meal.
During the two hours of pure excitement, everyone is watching, cheering, and waiting it anticipation to see what team will reign supreme after the Duke vs.
North Carolina game.
Last night, the Tar Heels stepped up to prove that they were ready for this game, scoring after several missed baskets between both teams.
Being very familiar with Duke's offense, North Carolina knew that they could not get too comfortable, as Duke track record shows that they are a 2nd half team-coming back after large deficits to win the game.
Carolina's offense was in transition last night, as Duke was unable to put enough defense on them to stop the Tar Heels ongoing scoring.
North Carolina's point guard, Kendall Marshall, was the star of last night's game- making sharp and quick passes to teammates such as freshman, John Henson, and power forward Justin Knox.
Marshall had a game high of 15 points and 11 assists.
His spin move followed by a layup set the dynamics in the Tar-Heel stadium, pumping the fans as well as fellow teammates.
Coach Roy Williams is one of the best coach in the country that teaches transition, not just of the miss but also off the make.
Duke Blue Devils point guard, Nolan Smith, tried to keep his team in the game by making plays a drawing fouls.
He ended the game scoring the highest with 30 points and 3 assists.
Seth Curry was the 2nd lead scorer, making 20 points.
According to ESPN's and former Duke player, Jason Williams, "Duke is not a No.
1 seed now.
If they were to win the ACC tournament and some other things were to go wrong...
I will still give my No.
1 seed to Notre Dame, because of this lost to Carolina.
" In the 2nd half, Duke came out scoring the first seven points with Kyle Singler to score.
By then, Duke ammunition began to die down as the team began to rely heavily on Nolan Smith.
Carolina's Harrison Barnes really matured during the season, scoring 18 points.
Tyler Zeller came out with 14 points.
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