North Carolina likely misses NCAA Tournament after loss

North Carolina's hopes for the NCAA Tournament dimmed after a 74-71 loss to Duke in the ACC semifinals. The Tar Heels had a chance to secure a bid but failed to capitalize, continuing a pattern of missed opportunities this season. Despite a solid overall record of 22-13, North Carolina's performance against quality teams has been lacking. They have only one win against a top-tier opponent and a troubling 1-12 record in Quad 1 games, raising doubts about their tournament eligibility. The selection committee will now decide North Carolina's fate, weighing their historical reputation against a disappointing resume. The team’s struggles to secure crucial wins may overshadow their past successes as they await the final decision.