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North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks — National Championship, April 4, 2022
69–72National Championship
About This Game
This championship game unfolded as a defensive clinic—a grinding, low-scoring affair where both teams struggled to find rhythm from the field. North Carolina arrived as the aggressor, dominating the boards with 57 rebounds to Kansas's 40, a margin that kept them within striking distance despite shooting just 25% from the field. Yet the Jayhawks proved more efficient when it counted, connecting on 35% of their attempts while forcing the Tar Heels into 13 turnovers. Carolina's free throw shooting—18 makes across the game—kept them alive, but Kansas's disciplined play and ability to win the efficiency battle in a slugfest proved decisive. The three-point game stayed tight at 5-6, so this championship came down to poise, execution, and who could impose their will on a night when neither team could establish flow. Kansas's veteran composure in the halfcourt grind ultimately separated them, securing the crown in a battle that will live in the memory of everyone who witnessed it—now available as a Gameprint that brings every possession to life.
Game highlights: Kansas's field goal efficiency edge (35% vs 25%), North Carolina's free throw prowess (18 makes despite poor field goal shooting), Tar Heels' 17-rebound advantage, Kansas's turnover discipline in a low-scoring title game, tight three-point shooting (6-5) in a defensive showcase
Summary written with AI from the official play-by-play.
A Gift for Every Game
A national championship is the game college basketball fans never forget — and never stop talking about. A Gameprint of North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks turns that title run into custom wall art: every play of the championship on one Gameprint. It’s the birthday, graduation, or Father’s Day gift that beats another jersey.
Were you there? If you or a friend went to this game, a Gameprint turns that memory into a lasting keepsake — the exact game you watched live, every play on your wall. There’s a gift for every game you’ve ever been to.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did North Carolina Tar Heels play Kansas Jayhawks?
North Carolina Tar Heels played Kansas Jayhawks in the National Championship on April 4, 2022 at Caesars Superdome.
What was the final score of North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks?
The final score was North Carolina Tar Heels 69, Kansas Jayhawks 72.
What does the North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks Gameprint show?
Every possession — made shots, threes, free throws, misses and turnovers — from the official play-by-play of this game, laid out in order from tip-off to the final whistle, in your choice of team colors.
Is this a good gift for a North Carolina Tar Heels or Kansas Jayhawks fan?
Yes — a Gameprint of North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks is a one-of-a-kind gift. Unlike generic team merchandise, it captures a specific game they actually care about. Popular for birthdays, graduations, Father’s Day, and holiday gifts.
Can I gift this to someone who was at the game?
Absolutely. If a friend or family member attended North Carolina Tar Heels vs Kansas Jayhawks, a Gameprint turns that memory into wall art — the actual plays from the game they watched live. Customize the colors to make it personal.
Sizes, framing, shipping and color options: see the Gameprints FAQ.
North Carolina vs Kansas in numbers
- 6 lead changes
- 6 times tied
- 16-point largest lead (North Carolina)
- 16–0 run, the longest of the game (North Carolina)
- 11 made threes (North Carolina 5, Kansas 6)
- 26 made free throws (North Carolina 18, Kansas 8)
Kansas came back from 16 points down to win 72–69.
Counted from the play-by-play behind this print — every possession on the poster is one of these plays.
