In a thrilling NCAA basketball showdown, the top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks narrowly defeated the ninth-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels 92-89 after relinquishing a 20-point lead. Hunter Dickinson played a pivotal role for Kansas, finishing with 20 points and 10 rebounds, including a crucial tiebreaking layup and a free throw in the final seconds. North Carolina, led by Zeke Mayo's game-high 21 points and Seth Trimble's 19, mounted a remarkable comeback, tying the game late in the fourth quarter. Despite Kansas's strong first-half performance, the Tar Heels surged ahead in the closing minutes before Dickinson's late-game heroics sealed the win. This matchup marked the teams' first meeting since Kansas's championship victory over North Carolina in 2022, intensifying their historical rivalry. Both teams showcased impressive offensive and defensive plays, with Kansas shooting 48.7% and North Carolina 42.9% from the field throughout the game.