NCAAB · Final

North Carolina Dominates South Carolina Upstate 80-62

Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Dean E. Smith Center

North Carolina Tar Heels 80, South Carolina Upstate Spartans 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won South Carolina Upstate Spartans vs North Carolina Tar Heels?

North Carolina Tar Heels beat South Carolina Upstate Spartans 80-62 at Dean E. Smith Center on December 13, 2025.

In a decisive matchup at the Dean E. Smith Center, the North Carolina Tar Heels triumphed over the South Carolina Upstate Spartans with a final score of 80-62. This victory marked another solid performance for the Tar Heels, who continue to showcase their dominance in the NCAAB season.

North Carolina entered the game with a strong home record of 9-1 and had been on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Georgetown Hoyas 81-61 and the Kentucky Wildcats 67-64. The Tar Heels averaged 80.2 points per game while allowing 65.9, indicating a potent offense paired with a solid defense. Their recent form included an 8-2 record over the last ten games, with an average score of 72.8 in their last five outings.

On the other hand, the South Carolina Upstate Spartans came into the game with a record of 6-6. They were also riding a two-game winning streak, having won against Western Carolina Catamounts 78-67 and Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 85-78. The Spartans averaged 80.2 points per game but allowed 68.2, reflecting a more balanced scoring output but slightly weaker defensive performance compared to their opponents. Their last ten games resulted in a 6-4 record, with a scoring average of 74.4 in their last five games.

The game was characterized by North Carolina's ability to control the pace and flow, leveraging their home advantage. The Tar Heels maintained a strong presence throughout the match and were particularly effective in the second half, where they outscored the Spartans significantly. Key moments included multiple scoring plays by Caleb Wilson, who contributed crucial points with free throws and a three-point jumper, helping to extend the lead as the game progressed.

In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block, indicating that both teams likely fielded their strongest lineups for this contest. This absence of injury concerns may have contributed to the fluidity and competitiveness of the game.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had North Carolina favored by 29.5 points, with a total set at 151.5. This line reflected the expectation of a high-scoring game, given both teams' offensive capabilities. The odds for the over were -108.0, while the under was at -112.0, suggesting a balanced view on scoring potential.

Conditions in the Dean E. Smith Center were typical for a winter evening, with a supportive home crowd contributing to the Tar Heels' performance. Fans witnessed a display of athleticism and skill, particularly from North Carolina, who effectively utilized their home court advantage.

Viewers should have noted the effective teamwork displayed by the Tar Heels, especially in the second half, where they executed plays that led to critical baskets. The scoring plays highlighted the contributions from key players, including Jonathan Powell and Karmani Gregory, who made significant impacts in the closing moments of the game.

In summary, North Carolina's victory over South Carolina Upstate not only solidified their strong home record but also showcased their offensive prowess and defensive resilience, setting a positive tone as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UNC -29.5	151.5 o -108 / u -112	South Carolina Upstate Spartans — · North Carolina Tar Heels —

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Leaders

PointsCaleb Wilson20North Carolina Tar Heels
AssistsLuka Bogavac5North Carolina Tar Heels
ReboundsCaleb Wilson11North Carolina Tar Heels
PointsLearic Davis14South Carolina Upstate Spartans
AssistsTyler Smith6South Carolina Upstate Spartans
ReboundsJafeth Martinez9South Carolina Upstate Spartans

Recent form

North Carolina Tar Heels

Last 10: 8-2Streak W280.2 scored · 65.9 allowed per game7-1 at home

W81-61vs Georgetown HoyasDec 7
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

South Carolina Upstate Spartans

Last 10: 6-4Streak W280.2 scored · 68.2 allowed per game1-3 away

W78-67vs Western Carolina CatamountsDec 6
W85-78vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersDec 4
L63-72at Nebraska CornhuskersNov 29
W82-67vs North Carolina Central EaglesNov 26
L64-72at West Georgia WolvesNov 22
L84-88vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesNov 20
L60-73at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 16
W114-53vs Bob Jones BruinsNov 13
W105-46vs Southern Virginia KnightsNov 8
W67-66at Fresno State BulldogsNov 6

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	South Carolina Upstate Spartans	North Carolina Tar Heels
Field goals	25-66	28-55
Field goal %	38	51
Three-pointers	10-27	10-23
Three-point %	37	43
Free throws	2-3	14-22
Free throw %	67	64
Rebounds	34	37
Offensive rebounds	11	7
Defensive rebounds	23	30
Assists	12	20
Steals	2	5
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	7	6
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	5	11
Fast-break points	4	10
Points in the paint	22	30
Fouls	15	5
Largest lead	3	20
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	5	86

How the scoring went

2nd Half28-38Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
2nd Half30-38Karmani Gregory made Jumper.
2nd Half30-41Luka Bogavac made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half32-41Karmani Gregory made Jumper.
2nd Half35-41Karmani Gregory made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half35-44Luka Bogavac made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Wilson.
2nd Half35-45Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
2nd Half35-46Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
2nd Half35-47Henri Veesaar made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-47Tyler Smith made Layup.
2nd Half37-49Caleb Wilson made Layup. Assisted by Henri Veesaar.
2nd Half37-50Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-50Mason Bendinger made Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Smith.
2nd Half39-52Henri Veesaar made Layup. Assisted by Derek Dixon.
2nd Half42-52Isaiah Skinner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Smith.
2nd Half42-54Luka Bogavac made Layup.
2nd Half44-54Carmelo Adkins made Layup.
2nd Half44-55Jonathan Powell made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-56Jonathan Powell made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-56Jafeth Martinez made Layup. Assisted by Karmani Gregory.
2nd Half46-58Jonathan Powell made Jumper.
2nd Half47-58Learic Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-58Learic Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-58Jafeth Martinez made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half50-61Derek Dixon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jarin Stevenson.
2nd Half50-64Jonathan Powell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Derek Dixon.
2nd Half52-64Mason Bendinger made Jumper.
2nd Half52-66Jarin Stevenson made Layup. Assisted by Luka Bogavac.
2nd Half52-68Jonathan Powell made Layup.
2nd Half55-68Learic Davis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Smith.
2nd Half57-68Learic Davis made Layup.
2nd Half60-68Isaiah Skinner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Karmani Gregory.
2nd Half60-71Jonathan Powell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyan Evans.
2nd Half60-72Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-73Caleb Wilson made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-75Caleb Wilson made Jumper.
2nd Half60-78Caleb Wilson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kyan Evans.
2nd Half60-79Jarin Stevenson made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-80Jarin Stevenson made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-80Karmani Gregory made Layup. Assisted by Tyler Smith.

Win probability

Above the line favours North Carolina Tar Heels, below favours South Carolina Upstate Spartans.