The University of North Carolina Tar Heels are gearing up for their last non-conference game of the season against Charleston Southern. Coming off an impressive stretch where they faced several AP Top 25 teams, the Tar Heels are looking to continue their winning momentum before diving into ACC league play.

Leading the charge for UNC is senior guard RJ Davis, who has been on a scoring tear. Davis has been the team's leading scorer for seven consecutive games, tallying at least 23 points in each matchup. With a total of 183 points across this hot streak, Davis is the first Tar Heel to achieve this feat since Tyler Hansbrough in the 2008-09 season. His exceptional performance has earned him recognition as he leads the ACC in scoring, averaging 21.7 points per game.

In their recent victory against previously unbeaten Oklahoma, Davis showcased his skills with a game-high 23 points, including five three-pointers. He also contributed with five assists and zero turnovers, highlighting his all-around prowess. The Tar Heels have a perfect record of 7-0 when Davis scores at least 20 points and dishes out five assists.

Charleston Southern, the Tar Heels' upcoming opponent, has had a challenging start to their season. The Buccaneers rank among the weakest teams nationally, sitting at No. 339 out of 362 eligible teams, according to Ken Pomeroy's college basketball database. They have struggled on both ends of the court, ranking in the bottom 50 in adjusted offensive and defensive efficiency.

However, Charleston Southern has shown some resilience in their games against higher-ranked opponents. Despite losing by just four points to South Carolina and holding a four-point halftime lead against Wake Forest, they were ultimately unable to secure victories. The Buccaneers' most recent win came against Kentucky Christian, with guards DJ Patrick and RJ Johnson combining for 21 points.

For UNC, this game against Charleston Southern serves as a final tune-up before they dive into ACC league play next year. The Tar Heels will be facing challenging away games against Pittsburgh, No. 18 Clemson, and NC State in quick succession.

Friday night's match will mark the first-ever meeting between UNC and Charleston Southern. With the Tar Heels looking to maintain their winning momentum and getting ready for conference play, they will be aiming to secure a victory and continue their strong performance on both ends of the court.

Projected UNC starters for the game include freshmen Elliot Cadeau and Harrison Ingram, senior RJ Davis, graduate student Cormac Ryan, and senior Armando Bacot. Charleston Southern's starting lineup is expected to feature Taje' Kelly, DJ Patrick, A'lahn Sumler, Reginald Duhart Jr., and RJ Johnson.

The Tar Heels will rely on their efficient scoring and cohesive defense to secure a win against Charleston Southern and head into ACC league play on a high note.