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Photos: North Carolina falls to Virginia in quarterfinals of 2023 ACC Tournament

By Robert Willett and Ethan Hyman
North Carolina’s D’Marco Dunn (11) and Puff Johnson (14) fight for the loose ball with Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s D’Marco Dunn (11) and Puff Johnson (14) fight for the loose ball with Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com

See photos from North Carolina’s 68-59 loss to Virginia in the quarterfinals of the 2023 ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.

The Tar Heels struggled at the line in the second half and could not catch the Cavaliers, despite strong play by Carolina’s RJ Davis. The Tar Heels’ needed a win to help their slim-at-best hopes of making the NCAA Tournament.

North Carolina’s Justin McKoy (22) and Puff Johnson (14) sit dejected in their lockers following the Tar Heels’ 68-59 loss to Virginia the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
North Carolina’s Justin McKoy (22) and Puff Johnson (14) sit dejected in their lockers following the Tar Heels’ 68-59 loss to Virginia the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Leaky Black (1) gathers his thoughts in the locker room following the Tar Heels’ 68-59 loss to Virginia the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
North Carolina’s Leaky Black (1) gathers his thoughts in the locker room following the Tar Heels’ 68-59 loss to Virginia the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis walks off the court after Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis walks off the court after Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) heads towards the bench as time runs out in Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) heads towards the bench as time runs out in Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Down by nine points with just seconds to play, North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) glances at the scoreboard during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Love scored 11 points in the 68-59 loss.
Down by nine points with just seconds to play, North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) glances at the scoreboard during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Love scored 11 points in the 68-59 loss. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Leaky Black (1) looks down as Virginia prepares to shoot free throws in the final seconds of Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Leaky Black (1) looks down as Virginia prepares to shoot free throws in the final seconds of Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) ices the Tar Heels with a dunk in the closing seconds of play in their 68-59 victory during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) ices the Tar Heels with a dunk in the closing seconds of play in their 68-59 victory during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) celebrates slamming in two as North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) looks on during the second half of Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) celebrates slamming in two as North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) looks on during the second half of Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) blocks the shot by North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) late in the second half of Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) blocks the shot by North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) late in the second half of Virginia’s 68-59 victory over UNC in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Hubert Davis reacts during the closing minute of play against Virginia during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. The Tar Heels fell 68-59.
North Carolina coach Hubert Davis reacts during the closing minute of play against Virginia during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. The Tar Heels fell 68-59. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Jayden Gardner (1) secures a defensive rebound over North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) and Puff Johnson (14) late in the second half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
Virginia’s Jayden Gardner (1) secures a defensive rebound over North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) and Puff Johnson (14) late in the second half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) blocks a shot by Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, Marc
North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) blocks a shot by Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, Marc Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Reece Beekman (2) strips the ball from North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
Virginia’s Reece Beekman (2) strips the ball from North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) drives to the basket while defended by Virginia’s Kihei Clark (0) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) drives to the basket while defended by Virginia’s Kihei Clark (0) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) heads to the basket during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) heads to the basket during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s R.J. Davis (4) collides with Virginia’s Kihei Clark (0) during the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
North Carolina’s R.J. Davis (4) collides with Virginia’s Kihei Clark (0) during the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) shoots as Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) defends during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) shoots as Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) defends during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) drives to the basket during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) drives to the basket during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) tries to get space while defended by Virginia’s Francisco Caffaro (22) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) tries to get space while defended by Virginia’s Francisco Caffaro (22) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis yells to his players during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis yells to his players during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) hits a three-pointer as Virginia’s Kihei Clark (0) defends during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s RJ Davis (4) hits a three-pointer as Virginia’s Kihei Clark (0) defends during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Reece Beekman (2) strips the ball from North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
Virginia’s Reece Beekman (2) strips the ball from North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) tries to get around Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) tries to get around Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Hubert Davis directs his team on offense during the first half against Virginia during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
North Carolina coach Hubert Davis directs his team on offense during the first half against Virginia during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) blocks the shot by Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) blocks the shot by Virginia’s Kadin Shedrick (21) during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) and Armando Bacot (5) walk back on the court after a timeout during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) and Armando Bacot (5) walk back on the court after a timeout during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Francisco Caffaro (22) breaks to the basket for a dunk against North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
Virginia’s Francisco Caffaro (22) breaks to the basket for a dunk against North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Leaky Black (1) shoots as Virginia’s Armaan Franklin (4) defends during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023.
North Carolina’s Leaky Black (1) shoots as Virginia’s Armaan Franklin (4) defends during the first half of UNC’s game against Virginia in the quarterfinals of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Thursday, March 9, 2023. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Reece Beekman (2) launches a three point shot over North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
Virginia’s Reece Beekman (2) launches a three point shot over North Carolina’s Caleb Love (2) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Virginia’s Armaan Franklin (4) drives to the basket against North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) and Armando Bacot (5) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
Virginia’s Armaan Franklin (4) drives to the basket against North Carolina’s Pete Nance (32) and Armando Bacot (5) in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) talks with his teammates during a time out in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C.
North Carolina’s Armando Bacot (5) talks with his teammates during a time out in the first half during the third round of the ACC Tournament on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com

This story was originally published March 9, 2023 at 8:01 PM with the headline "Photos: North Carolina falls to Virginia in quarterfinals of 2023 ACC Tournament."

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