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College Basketball Today: Kansas vs. North Carolina Preview and How to Get Tickets for Nov. 7 Game

Nov 7, 2025

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Max Meyer

The No. 25 North Carolina Tar Heels host the No. 19 Kansas Jayhawks in one of the most anticipated early-season matchups of the 2025-26 campaign. North Carolina takes center stage at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill on Friday night, welcoming Kansas in their first visit ever to the “Dean Dome”—a home court filled with tradition and high expectations.

Game Details

Here is what you need to know ahead of the opening tip for the biggest college basketball matchup tonight. 

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Top Players to Watch

Each team has a five-star freshman that is looking to make a major statement in this top-25 battle.  

Kansas

  • Darryn Peterson (Freshman guard): The No. 2-ranked recruit in the 2025 class, Peterson already flashed scoring ability (21 points in the opener) and will draw major attention whenever he’s on the floor.

  • Flory Bidunga (Sophomore forward): Coming off a strong opener (23 points, 6 rebounds and 3 blocks), he’s a player to keep an eye on inside.

North Carolina

  • Caleb Wilson (Freshman forward): The No. 5-ranked recruit in the 2025 class racked up 22 points in his debut on an efficient 8-of-10 shooting from the floor.

  • Kyan Evans (Junior guard, transfer): Contributed 15 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals in his first game with North Carolina after spending his first two seasons with Colorado State. 

What Makes the Dean E. Smith Center Unique

A few features make the Dean E. Smith Center a standout venue in college basketball:

  • Deep heritage and star birth-place: Since opening in 1986, the Smith Center has been a central home for North Carolina basketball tradition.The very first game in the arena featured UNC defeating their rival Duke Blue Devils, a fitting entry in its legacy.

  • On-campus, electric atmosphere: Its location on the UNC campus in Chapel Hill helps generate a passionate local, student and alumni crowd. During big games like Kansas vs. North Carolina, it can get as loud as any arena in the country.

  • Size and sightlines: With a large seating capacity and design tailored for basketball, fans are close to the action and feel part of the game. The arena capacity and structure lend a sense of grandeur while still preserving an in-game intimacy.

How to Buy North Carolina vs. Kansas Tickets on SeatGeek

Snagging tickets for this high-profile battle is a slam dunk, so here’s how to lock in your seat for the action:

1. Search for the game Head to SeatGeek or open the app, type “Kansas vs. North Carolina” and select tonight’s showdown at the Dean E. Smith Center. You can also type in something like “UNC basketball” and the matchup will appear.

2. Browse available tickets Once you’re on the event page, all listings show all-in pricing, meaning the price you see is the price you pay with no hidden fees.

3. Filter to find your perfect seats Use filters for price, section, row or Deal Score, and check the interactive seat map to preview your view from anywhere in the Dean Dome.

4. Select your tickets and check out Choose your seats, click Checkout and enter your contact and payment information to complete your purchase.

5. Get your confirmation and tickets You’ll receive an email confirmation once your order is complete, followed by another when your tickets are ready for download or delivery. You can also access them anytime under “My Tickets” in the SeatGeek app.

With two blue-blood programs facing off, this is one game you’ll want to experience live from Chapel Hill.