Luka Bogavac Continues Efficient Scoring Streak for UNC

The Tar Heels' sophomore guard has scored in double figures in 3 straight games.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:47am

Luka Bogavac, a sophomore guard for the North Carolina Tar Heels, has been on an efficient scoring streak over the last 3 games. In Monday's win over Syracuse, Bogavac contributed 10 points off the bench, shooting 4-of-6 from the field and 1-of-1 from 3-point range. This was his 3rd straight game scoring in double figures, and his 4th in the last 6 games. Bogavac discussed adjusting to playing in America, his improved shooting, and the importance of reacting quickly when the team hits a rough patch.

Why it matters

Bogavac's improved scoring efficiency and consistency off the bench has been a key factor in North Carolina's recent success. As the Tar Heels prepare for their rivalry matchup against Duke, Bogavac's ability to provide a scoring punch will be crucial.

The details

Over his last 3 games, Bogavac is shooting 14-of-23 (60.9%) from the field and 7-of-13 (53.8%) from 3-point range. He credits his improved play to better understanding his teammates and their preferences on the court. Bogavac noted that while his shot has felt better, his overall approach and practice routine has remained the same since arriving at UNC.

  • Bogavac has scored in double figures in 3 straight games.
  • Bogavac has scored in double figures in 4 of the last 6 games.

The players

Luka Bogavac

A sophomore guard for the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“The main thing is just trying to learn my teammates on the court — what they like and what they don't like, so that's been the main thing.”

— Luka Bogavac, UNC Sophomore Guard

“Yes, for sure. If you watch the games, you can see my shot has been better over the last couple games. But as I've said before, I'm practicing the same way as I have since I got here so nothing has really changed with my approach.”

— Luka Bogavac, UNC Sophomore Guard

“We were relaxed I think in the last 10 minutes. We just put ourselves in a bad position, we thought that we were good and we didn't have to fight. So after that, they made a stretch and we have to learn from this.”

— Luka Bogavac, UNC Sophomore Guard

“Yeah, we have to learn to react faster when we miss a couple shots and give up a couple of baskets. I think we took a lot of time to react and we should be faster to react, so this is really key for us in the coming games.”

— Luka Bogavac, UNC Sophomore Guard

“I knew about it. It's maybe the biggest game in United States college basketball, for sure, so knew about North Carolina and Duke for sure.”

— Luka Bogavac, UNC Sophomore Guard

What’s next

The Tar Heels will face their rival Duke Blue Devils on Saturday in a highly anticipated matchup.

The takeaway

Luka Bogavac's improved scoring efficiency and consistency off the bench has been a key factor in North Carolina's recent success. As the Tar Heels prepare for their rivalry game against Duke, Bogavac's ability to provide a scoring punch will be crucial to their chances of victory.