North Carolina Wins Season Opener Against Elon

In their season opener, No. 9 North Carolina overcame a late deficit to secure a 90-76 victory over Elon, thanks largely to a strong performance by RJ Davis, who scored 24 points, including key plays in an 11-0 run late in the game. Despite trailing briefly in the second half following a 14-0 run by Elon, the Tar Heels tightened their defense, preventing Elon from scoring on six consecutive possessions and regaining control. Elliot Cadeau and Seth Trimble contributed significantly, combining for 32 points. The Phoenix showed resilience with a strong shooting performance, particularly from Nick Dorn, who made five 3-pointers. North Carolina's victory marked their 20th consecutive season opener win, but highlighted areas for improvement as they prepare to face top-ranked Kansas next.