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UNC Basketball Rookie Elliot Cadeau Skies for Ridiculous Slam

Elliot Cadeau brought his bounce to UNC basketball's meeting with the Cardinals.

Matt Giles

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With five minutes remaining in the first half of Wednesday night's home game against unranked Louisville, UNC basketball freshman guard Elliot Cadeau, a slick speedster and full-time starter for the No. 4 Tar Heels (13-3, 5-0 ACC), showed again what he can do in the flight department.

After exhibiting his aggressive peskiness in snagging a steal at the top of the key on the defensive end, the 6-foot-1, 180-pound ACC Preseason Rookie of the Year geared up then sped up to pull off a transition display that arguably now stands as his most impressive flight and finish at the rim as a UNC basketball player.

Check out the replay of the determined-to-dunk Cadeau:

At the time this article was published, the Tar Heels, looking to extend their winning streak to seven while now appearing as a projected No. 1 seed in the latest "2024 NCAA Tournament Bracketology" from ESPN's Joe Lunardi, enjoyed a 51-35 lead three minutes into the second half in the Smith Center.

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Elliot Cadeau's highlight play accounted for his only two points before the break. However, the 19-year-old sensation from New Jersey had only one miss, adding one rebound, one assist, and three steals.

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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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