North Carolina Central seeks to end road struggles against North Carolina
- North Carolina Central Eagles are currently 0-8 and looking to end a six-game road skid.
- The Eagles have struggled on the road, going 0-6 away from home this season.
- Their performance against the Tar Heels, who have been strong at home, will be crucial for their future games.
In the United States, specifically North Carolina, the North Carolina Central Eagles have struggled this season, posting an overall record of 0-8 as they faced the No. 16 North Carolina Tar Heels. The match took place in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, November 29, 2024, with the Eagles attempting to break their six-game road losing streak. The Tar Heels exhibited a strong home performance, with a 2-0 record in their home games leading to a 6-1 overall record. During their season, North Carolina has also demonstrated a tendency to win games by significant margins, having achieved six victories in games decided by at least 10 points. Conversely, the Eagles have struggled defensively, allowing their opponents to score an average of 82.9 points per game, while also facing challenges offensively, managing only 47.6 points per game themselves. Notably, they have been outscored by an average of 35.3 points across their games. As the season progresses, North Carolina Central is looking to improve its away record, which has been a critical factor in their overall performance. They hope that facing a ranked opponent will ignite a much-needed change in their fortunes.