UNC basketball fans haven’t forgotten the heartbreak of that night in Lawrence, Kansas.
In a critical moment against the then-No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks, Elliot Cadeau’s three-pointer narrowly missed, and the Tar Heels fell short.
Fast forward nearly two months, and the sophomore guard found himself in a similar high-pressure situation.
This time, Cadeau delivered, sinking what may be the most significant shot of his young UNC basketball career, earning a measure of redemption.
Two very similar plays, two different results!
EC made the most of this afternoon’s opportunity! pic.twitter.com/9yiDrOWOBr
— Nick Delahanty (@NickDelahanty) January 4, 2025
Elliot Cadeau’s pivotal four-point play helped seal a critical victory over Notre Dame, averting what could have been a damaging loss for the Tar Heels. While it might seem premature to speculate about North Carolina’s NCAA Tournament prospects, surrendering a double-digit lead and falling to the Fighting Irish would have only intensified those concerns.
Instead, Cadeau’s heroics kept those doubts at bay.
Although his three-point shooting has been inconsistent through the first 14 games of the 2024-2025 season, Cadeau came through when it mattered most, hitting two clutch triples in the win. Those shots could provide the confidence boost he needs to find his rhythm from beyond the arc—a development that would greatly benefit the Tar Heels moving forward.
A few months can make a world of difference, and Cadeau’s performance is proof. His timely shooting against Notre Dame might just be the spark UNC needs to turn its season around.
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