Former UNC star Cole Anthony hit the first game-winning buzzer-beater of his young NBA career on Wednesday night, a three-pointer that lifted the Orlando Magic to a 97-96 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The rookie–who was selected No. 15 overall by the Magic in the 2020 NBA Draft–finished the night with 13 points, seven rebounds and three assists.
His game-winner came when he dribbled up to the three-point line on the right wing and launched an off-balance shot in front of Timberwolves’ guard Malik Beasley. The ball went through the net just after time expired, allowing Anthony’s Magic teammates to swarm him in celebration.
The win pushed Orlando’s record up to 7-8 on the season while dropping Minnesota to 3-10.
For the season, Anthony is averaging 10.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 24.5 minutes per game.
Photo via Sarah Stier (Getty Images)
Chapelboro.com does not charge subscription fees. You can support local journalism and our mission to serve the community. Contribute today – every single dollar matters.
Related Stories
‹
Cole Anthony Hits Game-Winning Floater to Lift Orlando Magic Past Charlotte Hornets in NBA PreseasonFormer UNC point guard Cole Anthony delivered the game-winning floater on Saturday night, leading his Orlando Magic to a 120-117 win over the Charlotte Hornets in NBA preseason competition. 𝐂 𝐎 𝐋 𝐄𝐋𝐔 𝐓 𝐂 𝐇 pic.twitter.com/DZCoqYTs7w — Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) December 20, 2020 Anthony’s shot capped a stellar performance in which he scored 19 […]
Roy Williams to Receive North Carolina Award for Public ServiceFormer UNC men’s basketball head coach Roy Williams was named as one of six winners of the North Carolina Award earlier this week. Governor Josh Stein will present the award to Williams and the other five honorees Thursday, November 13 at the historic Grove Park Inn in Asheville. The ceremony is normally held in Raleigh, […]
Chansky's Notebook: Similarities?Art Chansky compares the situations of UNC head coaches Bill Belichick and Hubert Davis, noting expectations are high for both.
UNC Men's Basketball Finalizes Roster, Jersey Numbers for 2025-26 SeasonHead coach Hubert Davis and the UNC men’s basketball program have finalized the team’s roster and jersey numbers ahead of the 2025-26 season. The Tar Heels bring in numerous newcomers between freshmen and transfers after losing all five of their year-end starters from the 2024-25 season. The squad is set ‼️ 🔗 https://t.co/58XUN10ZNl pic.twitter.com/GvWO19lPgH — […]
Chansky's Notebook: Pro ProspectsFormer UNC stars R.J. Davis and Caleb Love are both trying to earn their way into the NBA, where the pair have signed two-way contracts.
UNC's Tyler Hansbrough to Deliver Keynote Address at New Student ConvocationUNC men's basketball legend Tyler Hansbrough will deliver the keynote address at the university's New Student Convocation later this month.
Chansky's Notebook: 5 and 75Art Chansky celebrates the legacy of former UNC men's basketball head coach Roy Williams, who turned 75 last Friday.
High Point Transfer Ivan Matlekovic Commits to UNC Men's BasketballHead coach Hubert Davis earned a late commitment out of the transfer portal Thursday night, as High Point forward Ivan Matlekovic committed to Davis and the Tar Heels. NEWS: North Carolina has landed a commitment from 6-foot-11 High Point transfer Ivan Matlekovic, his agents @WEAVE tell @On3sports. The Croatian big man adds frontcourt depth for […]
Here's a List of Every Transfer to Join the UNC Men's Basketball Program This Offseason (2025)Several transfers have announced their intentions to join head coach Hubert Davis and UNC next season. Here’s a list of those incoming players: Ivan Matlekovic – High Point A seven-footer originally from Croatia, Matlekovic played in just five games during his only season with High Point. He joined the Tar Heels late in the offseason, […]
Chansky's Notebook: What Does He Do?UNC men's basketball general manager Jim Tanner will make more than a million dollars a year for a yet-to-be-announced job description.
›
