CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — While the letters A-C-C could be read crystal clear in white font atop the Carolina Blue in the paint on Roy Williams Court, the play between Pitt and North Carolina in Wednesday night’s conference showdown emulated more of an old-school Big East showdown.
There were hard fouls, smack talk and bodies flying onto the floor from start to finish. And in the end, it was the former Big East program that came out on top, as the Panthers managed to grind out a 65-64 victory over the Tar Heels.
“Both teams really, really battled, fought and competed tonight,” Jeff Capel said after the win. “I think our guys really made some big-time plays on both sides. I’m really, really proud of my team. This was a gritty, gritty win for us.”
