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Top Five UNC Basketball Plays in Maui Invitational Tune-Up Win

The UNC basketball team began its stay in Hawaii with a smooth display.

Matt Giles

UNC basketball guard Elliot Cadeau
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After bouncing back from a road loss to the No. 1-ranked Kansas Jayhawks via a 107-55 home win over the American Eagles, Hubert Davis' fourth UNC basketball squad traveled to the Aloha State for a four-game stretch. The Tar Heels began their trip on a high note, defeating the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors on their home court, 87-69, on Friday night, in preparation for this week's Maui Invitational.

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Over the weekend, the UNC basketball social media team produced a highlight package from the victory at Hawaii in the form of the Tar Heels' top five plays:

5. Seth Trimble's high-flying swat and ensuing loose-ball snag to prevent the Rainbow Warriors from scoring first over two minutes into the game

4. A step-back three from RJ Davis to give UNC a 38-32 lead with under a minute to play in the first half

3. Elliot Cadeau's dime for a late-game Cade Tyson splash from the corner

2. Elliot Cadeau's assertive transition score off the glass in traffic and follow-up flex

1. Elliot Cadeau's pickpocket steal and toss ahead for a Seth Trimble throwdown slam

UNC basketball, No. 10 in the AP Top 25 Poll, faces the unranked Dayton Flyers (5-0, 0-0 Atlantic 10) in the first round of the Maui Invitational, tipping off in the Lahaina Civic Center at 11:30 p.m. ET Monday (ESPN2). The Tar Heels (3-1, 0-0 ACC) will then square off against either the Auburn Tigers or Iowa State Cyclones on Tuesday night.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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