Top-ranked Northwestern defeated #2 North Carolina 14-11, using a decisive late-game push to separate from the Tar Heels in a battle of the nation's two best teams.
The Wildcats and Tar Heels traded blows in a contest that lived up to its billing, but Northwestern's offensive firepower proved the difference — the #1 side found another gear when it mattered most, turning a tight showdown into a championship-caliber statement.
For Northwestern (19-3), the win reinforces their #1 ranking heading into postseason play. For North Carolina (19-2), the loss stings, but the Tar Heels remain a force. Don't be surprised if these two meet again when the nets come down in May.
Data via ESPN · Summarized by D1Ball's editorial engine from official statistics.
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