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With only 4.7 seconds left in regulation and the score tied in the national championship game, Villanova s Ryan Arcidiacono raced up-court with the ball but couldn t get off a shot against North Carolina s defensive pressure. So he tossed it underhanded to teammate Kris Jenkins, who let it fly. Jenkins rainbow shot turned to gold as the final buzzer sounded and Villanova (35-5) celebrated its way into the record books with a 77-74 win against the Tar Heels (33-7) at NRG Stadium in Houston. The last 90 seconds of this incredible game, will be remembered as the best national championship ever. I just think it was so exciting to watch, both teams making great plays, Villanova Coach Jay Wright said. In a national championship game, to hit a shot at the buzzer, I mean, I haven t seen many better than that. Villanova led by three points with less than 10 seconds to play when North Carolina s Marcus Paige hit a three-pointer to tie the score at 74 apiece. Paige s acrobatic, double-clutch shot sent the cheering North Carolina fans through the roof. But Jenkins counter stroke with overtime looming sent Villanova fans into the stratosphere. The win was Villanova s second championship in program history. The first came in 1985. Rollie Massimino, coach of the 85 team, was in the stands to witness the miracle finish.