UNC vs Texas Tech - March 17, 1996 - NCAA 2nd round

In the 1996 NCAA basketball tournament, Texas Tech stunned North Carolina with a dominant 92-73 victory in the second round. Despite Texas Tech's underdog status and a delay caused by Darvin Ham's backboard-shattering dunk, they seized control with a barrage of three-pointers, led by Jason Sasser's sharp shooting. North Carolina, unable to match Texas Tech's offensive prowess, saw their tournament run come to an end. The victory earned Texas Tech the recognition they had sought and a spot in the Sweet 16. Despite the loss, North Carolina coach Dean Smith acknowledged Texas Tech's achievement, while Texas Tech coach James Dickey attributed the team's success to improved defense after the delay. The game marked a turning point for Texas Tech, signaling their emergence as a force to be reckoned with in the tournament.