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North Carolina Tar Heels vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Recap - North Carolina Wins 87-69

North Carolina got 18 points from RJ Davis en route to a 87-69 victory over Hawaii on Saturday at SimpliFI Arena at Stan Sheriff Center.

North Carolina won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -15.5-point spread as favorites.

North Carolina got 17 points from Elliot Cadeau and another 13 points from Seth Trimble. RJ Davis contributed 4 assists, while Jalen Washington cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.

Hawaii got a 16-point performance from Gytis Nemeiksa, who was supported by 13 points from Akira Jacobs. Marcus Greene had 4 assists in a losing cause for Hawaii, while Tanner Christensen grabbed 10 rebounds.

North Carolina led at halftime, 41-35.

Hawaii had a 38-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

North Carolina heads into a battle against Dayton. Hawaii, meanwhile, will have their next action against Hawaii Pacific.