Jonathan Powell brought the passion and points in a career-best effort for UNC basketball in a game that saw Hubert Davis get fired up several times.

UNC and the best bench performance all season. For the first time this season, Powell's jersey-tearing passion showed up the in the box score.

The North Carolina Tar Heels survived an early scare from USC Upstate, pulling away in the second half behind balanced scoring and strong defense.

This matchup is not only significant for the teams but also for the community, as UNC is partnering with Wegmans and the UNC Children’s Hospital for a toy drive. Families spending the holidays in the hospital will receive donated toys, adding a heartwarming touch to the game day experience.

No. 14 UNC men's basketball (9-1) beat USC Upstate (6-6), 80-62, on Saturday afternoon in the Dean E. Smith center.

The North Carolina Tar Heels have been incredibly impressive this season, earning an 8-1 record, with wins over Kansas, Kentucky, and Georgetown. That does not

Game: USC Upstate Spartans vs North Carolina Tar Heels The USC Upstate Spartans (6-5) are on their way to Dean E. Smith Center on Saturday where they will try to beat the North Carolina Tar Heels (8-1).

Following the conclusion of finals week in Chapel Hill, the UNC basketball program will take on USC Upstate to continue non-conference play on Saturday afternoon at the Dean Smith Center.