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Seth Trimble hits late 3 to lift UNC over Duke
Tar Heels defeat Blue Devils in close rivalry game
Feb. 7, 2026 at 11:47pm
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Seth Trimble, a player for the 14th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels, made a clutch 3-pointer with just 0.4 seconds remaining to defeat the 4th-ranked Duke Blue Devils in a close rivalry game played in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Why it matters
This victory over a highly ranked Duke team is an important win for the Tar Heels as they look to secure a high seed in the upcoming NCAA tournament. The UNC-Duke rivalry is one of the most storied in college basketball, and games between the two schools are always closely watched events.
The details
Trimble's game-winning 3-pointer came after Duke had tied the game late in the second half. North Carolina was able to get the ball to Trimble, who knocked down the shot from the corner to give the Tar Heels the victory.
- The game was played on February 8, 2026.
The players
Seth Trimble
A player for the 14th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels who hit the game-winning 3-pointer.
North Carolina Tar Heels
The 14th-ranked college basketball team that defeated their rival Duke Blue Devils.
Duke Blue Devils
The 4th-ranked college basketball team that lost to their rival North Carolina Tar Heels.
The takeaway
This thrilling victory for North Carolina over their archrival Duke showcases the intensity and excitement of the UNC-Duke basketball rivalry, one of the most anticipated matchups in all of college sports.
