2016 NCAA Championship – Villanova vs. North Carolina In one of the most dramatic finishes in sports history, Villanova won its second national title on Kris Jenkins’ buzzer-beating three-pointer—just seconds after North Carolina’s Marcus Paige tied the game with an acrobatic double-pump triple. The Wildcats shot a staggering 71% in the second half, led by Ryan Arcidiacono’s poise and coach Jay Wright’s flawless execution. UNC, seeking redemption for past heartbreaks, fell agonizingly short despite Joel Berry II’s 20 points. Played in Houston, the game delivered nonstop tension, elite defense, and offensive brilliance in equal measure. For Villanova, it validated a rebuild; for UNC, another chapter in a storied but painful legacy. The final 10 seconds alone—featuring two all-time shots—cemented this as the gold standard of championship endings, blending skill, timing, and cinematic perfection.
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