Armando Bacot Scores 25 Points Leading North Carolina to Victory Over Radford in Season Opener

Bacot Achieves Career High; Newcomers Cormac Ryan, Harrison Ingram, and Paxson Wojcik Also Notch Double-Digit Scores in Tar Heels' 19th Consecutive Season Opener Triumph

• North Carolina's forward Armando Bacot led the team with a career-high 25 points and 13 rebounds, achieving the most points in an opener in his five seasons and aiding the Tar Heels in their 86-70 victory over Radford.
• Newcomers Cormac Ryan and Harrison Ingram alongside Paxson Wojcik, all contributed double-digit scores with 13, 12, and 13 points respectively, showcasing promising talent in North Carolina's starting lineup.
• The Tar Heels demonstrated their domination with their 19 consecutive victories in season openers, this time maintaining a lead over Radford by shooting 52.5 percent from the field.
• Despite a resilient performance from Radford's DaQuan Smith and Kenyon Giles, both scoring 18 points, North Carolina maintained their defense, allowing only 29 second-half points for the Highlanders.
• North Carolina, seeking to bounce back from a disappointing 2022-23 season, has showcased a strong opening performance this season, hinting at a promising season ahead.

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