North Carolina Dominates Radford in Home Victory
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Dean E. Smith Center
North Carolina Tar Heels 89, Radford Highlanders 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Radford Highlanders vs North Carolina Tar Heels?
North Carolina Tar Heels beat Radford Highlanders 89-74 at Dean E. Smith Center on November 11, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the North Carolina Tar Heels secured an impressive 89-74 victory over the Radford Highlanders at the Dean E. Smith Center. This matchup was notable not only for the final score but also for the contrasting records and recent forms of both teams leading into the game. North Carolina entered the contest with a perfect home record of 3-0 and an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 82.5 points while allowing 68.2 points per game during this stretch, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive resilience.
Radford, on the other hand, came into the game with a 2-1 away record and a 7-3 overall record in their last ten games, also on a two-game winning streak. They averaged 76.0 points scored while allowing 67.7 points during their recent performances, indicating a competitive nature that would be tested against the Tar Heels.
The Tar Heels' recent form has been particularly strong at home, where they have maintained a 5-1 record. Their last five games saw them score an average of 79.2 points while allowing 63.4 points. This home advantage was evident as they faced Radford, who held a 2-2 away record and had averaged 80.4 points while allowing 68.2 points in their last five games.
The game featured several key scoring plays that highlighted the Tar Heels' offensive capabilities. Notably, Del Jones made a jumper that pushed the score to 86-67 in the second half, followed by a three-point jumper from Mari Jordan, assisted by Frederik Erichsen, which brought Radford to 70 points. Despite Radford's efforts to close the gap, including free throws from Derek Dixon and Del Jones, they could not overcome the deficit established by North Carolina.
In terms of previous meetings, this game added another chapter to the ongoing rivalry, with North Carolina looking to assert dominance on their home court. The Tar Heels' ability to maintain their winning streak at home was crucial, as they have historically performed well in front of their fans.
Injury reports were not specified in the block, but both teams fielded their strongest lineups, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game. The conditions in the Dean E. Smith Center were favorable for basketball, with a vibrant atmosphere that often boosts home team performance.
As the game concluded, North Carolina's victory solidified their position as a formidable force in the league, with a home win probability of 1.0 indicating their dominance in this matchup. Viewers were treated to a display of skill and teamwork from the Tar Heels, who continue to build momentum as the season progresses.
Leaders
- PointsLuka Bogavac19North Carolina Tar Heels
- AssistsLuka Bogavac5North Carolina Tar Heels
- ReboundsCaleb Wilson14North Carolina Tar Heels
- PointsDennis Parker Jr.23Radford Highlanders
- AssistsJaylon Johnson2Radford Highlanders
- ReboundsDennis Parker Jr.6Radford Highlanders
Recent form
North Carolina Tar Heels
Last 10: 8-2Streak W282.5 scored · 68.2 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W87-74vs Kansas JayhawksNov 8
- W94-54vs Central Arkansas BearsNov 4
- L71-74at Duke Blue DevilsMar 14
- W68-59at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsMar 13
- W76-56vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishMar 12
- L69-82vs Duke Blue DevilsMar 8
- W91-59at Virginia Tech HokiesMar 5
- W92-73vs Miami HurricanesMar 1
- W96-85at Florida State SeminolesFeb 25
- W81-66vs Virginia CavaliersFeb 22
Radford Highlanders
Last 10: 7-3Streak W276 scored · 67.7 allowed per game2-2 away
- W99-61vs West Virginia Wesleyan BobcatsNov 8
- W80-75vs Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 4
- L73-76at High Point PanthersMar 8
- W74-69vs Presbyterian Blue HoseMar 7
- W76-60vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersMar 1
- W63-56at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsFeb 27
- L73-80vs Presbyterian Blue HoseFeb 22
- W77-53vs UNC Asheville BulldogsFeb 21
- L74-78at Winthrop EaglesFeb 12
- W71-69at Longwood LancersFeb 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
| 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 | Radford Highlanders | North Carolina Tar Heels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-70 | 25-65 |
| Field goal % | 34 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 7-30 | 8-31 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 26 |
| Free throws | 19-31 | 31-49 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 55 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 37 |
| Assists | 6 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 33 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-58Del Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-58Del Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-61Jarin Stevenson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyan Evans.
- 2nd Half46-62Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-64Caleb Wilson made Dunk. Assisted by Luka Bogavac.
- 2nd Half46-65James Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-66James Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-66Del Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-68Jonathan Powell made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-68Del Jones made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-69Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-69Del Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-69Del Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-71Luka Bogavac made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-71Del Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-72Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-73Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-75Luka Bogavac made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-76Jarin Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-76Del Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-78Luka Bogavac made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-79Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-82Luka Bogavac made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zayden High.
- 2nd Half58-82Gabriel Ferreira made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-83Jarin Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-84Jarin Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-84Dennis Parker Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-84Dennis Parker Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-84Dennis Parker Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-86James Brown made Layup. Assisted by Derek Dixon.
- 2nd Half64-86Mari Jordan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-86Mari Jordan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-86Del Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-86Mari Jordan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Frederik Erichsen.
- 2nd Half70-87Derek Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-88Derek Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-88Del Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-88Del Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-89Derek Dixon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-89Dennis Parker Jr. made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours North Carolina Tar Heels, below favours Radford Highlanders.
Venue
- Dean E. Smith CenterChapel Hill, NC
- Attendance16613
- OfficialsJerry Heater, Clarence Armstrong, Anthony Eades
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