Behind a breakout performance from Isaiah Denis and another strong showing from its bench, North Carolina held off a pesky Wyoming squad for a hard-fought victory Tuesday night at the Dean E. Smith Center. While the final margin was comfortable, Wyoming made Carolina earn it. The Cowboys stayed within striking distance for much of the evening by dominating the glass and cashing in on second-chance opportunities. UNC eventually used its depth and offensive efficiency to create separation in the second half.
Denis Delivers Instant Offense
Isaiah Denis provided the spark Carolina needed. The sophomore came off the bench firing, scoring 14 points while shooting a perfect 5-for-5 from the field. Every time Wyoming threatened to cut deeper into the deficit, Denis answered with a timely basket. His energy helped energize both the crowd and the Tar Heels, turning what could have been a tense second half into a more controlled finish for Carolina…