Henri First to Double Figures With 6:59 left in the first half and the scoreboard reading **UNC 31, Stanford 24**, one name stood above the rest: **Henri**. In a fast-paced, physical contest, Henri became the **first player on the floor to reach double figures**, setting the tone for a thrilling matchup and giving UNC a crucial spark when momentum mattered most…

From the opening minutes, Henri looked locked in. Whether attacking the rim with confidence, knocking down shots in rhythm, or capitalizing at the free-throw line, his scoring came in waves. Stanford threw multiple defensive looks his way, but none seemed to slow him down. His poise and decisiveness allowed UNC to maintain control during a tightly contested first half.

 

What made Henri’s performance stand out wasn’t just the points—it was **how** they came. Each basket felt timely. When Stanford threatened to close the gap, Henri responded. When UNC needed a stabilizing presence, he delivered. His ability to read the game and pick his moments showcased a player fully in command of the moment.

 

The Tar Heels fed off his energy. Henri’s scoring burst ignited the bench and lifted the crowd, giving UNC a noticeable edge as the first half progressed. His confidence was contagious, opening the floor for teammates and forcing Stanford to adjust defensively. As attention shifted toward stopping him, space began to appear elsewhere, a testament to his impact beyond the box score.

 

Defensively, Henri matched his offensive intensity. He stayed engaged, communicated well, and showed discipline, ensuring his scoring didn’t come at the expense of effort on the other end. That two-way commitment has become a hallmark of his game, and it was on full display during this crucial stretch.

 

Reaching double figures before anyone else is always significant, but doing so in a game of this magnitude speaks volumes. It highlights Henri’s ability to rise early, establish rhythm, and take ownership when the stakes are high. With the game still very much in the balance, his early scoring provided UNC with a foundation to build on.

 

As the clock ticked under seven minutes in the first half, the message was clear: Henri had arrived, and Stanford was on notice. If this stretch was any indication, UNC could rely on him to deliver when it mattered most. Performances like this don’t just impact a single game—they shape confidence, momentum, and belief moving forward.

 

With the Tar Heels holding a 31–24 lead and Henri already in double figures, the stage was set for an exciting finish. One thing was certain: Henri wasn’t just scoring point.