Seth Trimble’s buzzer-beater lifted North Carolina to a 71-68 upset over Duke on February 7, 2026.

On February 7, 2026, North Carolina senior guard Seth Trimble hit a buzzer-beating three-pointer with 0.4 seconds left to lift the 14th-ranked Tar Heels to a 71-68 upset victory over fourth-ranked Duke at the Smith Center. The shot, taken from the corner after UNC rallied from a 13-point deficit, marked the first time since 1996 that UNC had won the rivalry with a final-second field goal and the closest margin since 2005. Trimble, who stayed at UNC despite limited playing time and injury setbacks, celebrated with a Stephen Curry-inspired gesture. The win sparked two court stormings, prompting a delay as officials reviewed the play, and led to injuries among Duke staff, prompting an apology from UNC’s athletic director. The victory solidified Trimble’s legacy and energized the Tar Heels’ season.