MBB Opens ACC Play Tuesday Against Florida State
The North Carolina Tar Heels (12-1) will open their Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) season on December 30, 2025, when they host the Florida State Seminoles (7-6) at the Dean E. Smith Center. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN2. This match marks the final game of the calendar year.
MBB Opens ACC Play Against Florida State
The Tar Heels are looking to maintain their impressive home record of 9-0 this season. They boast an average of 86.3 points per game, with an impressive winning margin of 25.4 points during these home games. All their home victories have come by 12 or more points. Historically, Carolina has been strong in ACC openers, with a record of 58-14 and 64-8 in home ACC openers.
Recent Performance
North Carolina’s last outing before facing Florida State was an emphatic win against East Carolina, where they triumphed 99-51 on December 22. In that game, eight players sank three-pointers, tying a school record. Freshman Caleb Wilson led the Tar Heels with exceptional stats of 21 points and 12 rebounds.
This season, Wilson has emerged as a standout player. He has recorded double-doubles in all but one game and leads the team with an impressive average of 19.6 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. His performance has drawn comparisons to past Tar Heel legends, as he is the second freshman in UNC history to score 20 or more points in five consecutive games.
Historical Context
In the history of the ACC, the Tar Heels have consistently dominated Florida State, winning six consecutive matches. They hold a 57-16 all-time record against the Seminoles and are 24-4 when playing Florida State at home. This game will be crucial as Carolina aims to extend its winning streak in what promises to be a competitive matchup.
Coaching and Strategy
Head coach Hubert Davis has led the Tar Heels to a 56-24 record in regular-season ACC play. Carolina has won the ACC regular-season title 33 times, demonstrating the program’s consistency and strength within the conference. Davis aims to continue building on this legacy as the team approaches its first significant challenge of the season against Florida State.
Probable Starters
- 0 – Kyan Evans, Junior, Guard
- 7 – Seth Trimble, Senior, Guard
- 44 – Luka Bogavac, Junior, Guard
- 8 – Caleb Wilson, Freshman, Forward
- 13 – Henri Veesaar, R-Junior, Center
The Tar Heels are eager to kick off their ACC play against Florida State, and fans can expect a thrilling game as North Carolina looks to continue its strong performance.
