North Carolina Dominates Georgetown in 81-61 Victory
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Dean E. Smith Center
North Carolina Tar Heels 81, Georgetown Hoyas 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Georgetown Hoyas vs North Carolina Tar Heels?
North Carolina Tar Heels beat Georgetown Hoyas 81-61 at Dean E. Smith Center on December 7, 2025.
Who was favored in Georgetown Hoyas vs North Carolina Tar Heels?
North Carolina Tar Heels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -700 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
The North Carolina Tar Heels secured a commanding 81-61 victory over the Georgetown Hoyas at the Dean E. Smith Center. This win highlights North Carolina's strong home performance, improving their record to 9-1, while Georgetown falls to 6-4 on the season. The Tar Heels have been impressive at home, boasting a record of 6-1, and their recent form includes an 8-2 record over their last ten games, with an average of 78.9 points scored per game and 65.7 points allowed.
In contrast, Georgetown's away struggles continue, as they now hold a 1-3 record on the road. Their recent form shows a record of 6-4 over the last ten games, with an average of 78.9 points scored but a higher average of 74.6 points allowed. The Hoyas managed to secure a win against the UMBC Retrievers just prior to this game, but their overall scoring has been inconsistent, as evidenced by their recent loss to the Miami Hurricanes.
The matchup was notable not only for the teams' records but also for the betting lines set by DraftKings, which favored North Carolina by 10.5 points. The total points line was set at 149.5, with odds of -112.0 for the over and -108.0 for the under. The moneyline indicated a heavy favorite in North Carolina at -700.0, while Georgetown was listed at +500.0.
In terms of player performance, the game featured several key scoring plays. Caleb Williams and Luka Bogavac contributed significantly in the second half, with Bogavac making a layup assisted by Kyan Evans to cap off the scoring for North Carolina. The Tar Heels maintained their lead throughout the game, with Georgetown unable to close the gap despite a few scoring bursts.
Injuries were not mentioned in the provided facts, so both teams appeared to be at full strength for this contest. The conditions at the Dean E. Smith Center were conducive for a strong showing from the home team, who capitalized on their home court advantage.
Overall, this fixture showcased North Carolina's ability to dominate at home, while Georgetown continues to seek consistency in their away performances. The Tar Heels' strong scoring average and defensive capabilities were on full display, making this game a significant marker in their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNC -10.5 | 149.5 o -112 / u -108 | Georgetown Hoyas +500 · North Carolina Tar Heels -700 |
Leaders
- PointsCaleb Wilson20North Carolina Tar Heels
- AssistsKyan Evans4North Carolina Tar Heels
- ReboundsHenri Veesaar15North Carolina Tar Heels
- PointsKJ Lewis17Georgetown Hoyas
- AssistsMalik Mack4Georgetown Hoyas
- ReboundsKJ Lewis7Georgetown Hoyas
Recent form
North Carolina Tar Heels
Last 10: 8-2Streak W178.9 scored · 65.7 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W67-64at Kentucky WildcatsDec 3
- L58-74vs Michigan State SpartansNov 27
- W85-70vs St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 25
- W73-61vs Navy MidshipmenNov 19
- W97-53vs North Carolina Central EaglesNov 15
- W89-74vs Radford HighlandersNov 12
- W87-74vs Kansas JayhawksNov 8
- W94-54vs Central Arkansas BearsNov 4
- L71-74at Duke Blue DevilsMar 14
- W68-59at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsMar 13
Georgetown Hoyas
Last 10: 6-4Streak W178.9 scored · 74.6 allowed per game1-2 away
- W90-81vs UMBC RetrieversDec 4
- L65-78vs Miami HurricanesNov 29
- L79-84at Dayton FlyersNov 28
- W92-75vs Wagner SeahawksNov 22
- W79-74vs Clemson TigersNov 15
- W83-70vs Binghamton BearcatsNov 12
- W70-60at Maryland TerrapinsNov 7
- W87-70vs Morgan State BearsNov 3
- L67-71vs DePaul Blue DemonsMar 12
- L77-83at DePaul Blue DemonsMar 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Georgetown Hoyas | North Carolina Tar Heels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-72 | 29-60 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 4-23 | 9-28 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 32 |
| Free throws | 9-12 | 14-21 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 38 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 2 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 26 |
| Fouls | 17 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 15 | 83 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half32-37Malik Mack made Jumper.
- 1st Half32-38Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
- 1st Half32-39Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
- 1st Half34-39Julius Halaifonua made Layup. Assisted by Malik Mack.
- 1st Half34-41Caleb Wilson made Jumper.
- 1st Half37-41Julius Halaifonua made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Malik Mack.
- 1st Half37-44Derek Dixon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jarin Stevenson.
- 1st Half39-44Langston Love made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-44KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-44KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-46Caleb Wilson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-46Julius Halaifonua made Layup. Assisted by Malik Mack.
- 2nd Half43-48Caleb Wilson made Jumper. Assisted by Luka Bogavac.
- 2nd Half43-49Luka Bogavac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-50Luka Bogavac made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-50KJ Lewis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-51Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-52Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-53Derek Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-53KJ Lewis made Dunk.
- 2nd Half47-56Derek Dixon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Henri Veesaar.
- 2nd Half47-59Henri Veesaar made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jonathan Powell.
- 2nd Half47-62Jarin Stevenson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Derek Dixon.
- 2nd Half49-62Malik Mack made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-62Julius Halaifonua made Layup. Assisted by Malik Mack.
- 2nd Half54-62Langston Love made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jeremiah Williams.
- 2nd Half54-65Jonathan Powell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Derek Dixon.
- 2nd Half54-68Luka Bogavac made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Derek Dixon.
- 2nd Half54-70Henri Veesaar made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half55-70Julius Halaifonua made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-71Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-73Derek Dixon made Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Wilson.
- 2nd Half57-73Caleb Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-75Luka Bogavac made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-75Isaiah Abraham made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-77Caleb Wilson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-77Malik Mack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-77Malik Mack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-79Caleb Wilson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-81Luka Bogavac made Layup. Assisted by Kyan Evans.
Win probability
Above the line favours North Carolina Tar Heels, below favours Georgetown Hoyas.
Venue
- Dean E. Smith CenterChapel Hill, NC
- Attendance18583
- OfficialsRon Groover, Bert Smith, Roger Ayers
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