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Miami beats No. 11 North Carolina 75-66
Hurricanes earn first win over a Top 25 team in two years
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The Miami Hurricanes defeated the 11th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels 75-66 in a college basketball game on Tuesday night. Malik Reneau scored 16 points and Ernest Udeh Jr. had 15 points and 10 rebounds for Miami, which never trailed in the game. The Hurricanes outscored North Carolina 46-28 in the paint and held the Tar Heels to just 1-of-14 shooting from 3-point range in the second half.
Why it matters
This win is significant for Miami, as it marks their first victory over a Top 25 opponent in two years. The Hurricanes have been looking to establish themselves as a contender in the ACC, and this win over a highly ranked North Carolina team will boost their confidence and standing in the conference.
The details
Miami opened up a 10-point lead in the first half and maintained their advantage throughout the game. Udeh was dominant inside, making 7-of-8 shots including 5 dunks. North Carolina struggled from the perimeter, going cold in the second half after a strong 7-of-13 performance from 3-point range in the first half.
- The game was played on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.
The players
Malik Reneau
A Miami player who scored 16 points in the game.
Ernest Udeh Jr.
A Miami player who had 15 points and 10 rebounds.
Jarin Stevenson
A North Carolina player who scored 13 points.
Caleb Wilson
North Carolina's leading scorer who had 12 points but left briefly in the second half with an injury to his left hand.
Henri Veesar
A North Carolina player who scored 11 points.
What’s next
The win will likely boost Miami's standing in the ACC standings and their chances of making the NCAA Tournament. North Carolina will look to bounce back from the loss and get back on track in conference play.
The takeaway
This victory shows that Miami is capable of beating top-tier opponents and could be a team to watch in the ACC this season. For North Carolina, the loss highlights their vulnerability and the need to improve their outside shooting to complement their strong interior play.
