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UNC fends off Western Carolina 80-72 in season debut

Matt Able scored 18 points in Michael Malone's coaching debut as the Tar Heels avoided an upset loss to Western Carolina.

North Carolina edges Western Carolina in Michael Malone's debut

Matt Able scored 18 points to help North Carolina defeat Western Carolina 80-72 on Monday night in Chapel Hill, N.C., in Michael Malone's collegiate h

North Carolina wins Michael Malone's coaching debut by beating Western Carolina 80-72

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Matt Able scored 18 points and North Carolina make a decisive push in the final six minutes to win Michael Malone's coaching debut by beating Western Carolina 80-72 on Monday night.

NORTH CAROLINA 80, WESTERN CAROLINA 72

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5 Instant Observations From UNC's Win Over Western Carolina

Here are the top takeaways from the Tar Heels' win over Western Carolina.

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