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Georgia Tech Upsets No. 3 North Carolina in Thrilling Finish

North Carolina guard RJ Davis (4) shoots a three-point basket over Georgia Tech guard Naithan George, second from left, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024,

In a thrilling upset, Georgia Tech pulled off a stunning victory over the third-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels, bringing an end to their impressive 10-game winning streak. The game, held at Georgia Tech's home court, proved to be a nail-biter until the very end, as Naithan George's go-ahead layup with 7.7 seconds left secured a 74-73 win for the Yellow Jackets.

RJ Davis of North Carolina had an outstanding performance, scoring a game-high 28 points. He gave his team the lead with just 34 seconds remaining after grabbing a loose ball following a missed jumper by George. However, the Yellow Jackets didn't give up. With the clock winding down, George made a crucial drive to the basket, sinking the go-ahead layup that ultimately sealed the victory for Georgia Tech.

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