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UNC edges up in NET rankings; Miami win earns Tar Heels double-bye in ACC Tournament

No. 17 UNC Men's Basketball climbed one spot in the NET rankings to 24 after its 67-63 win Tuesday at the Smith Center over Clemson and is projected by most to be a No. 5 seed in the NCAA tournament. UNC can earn a double-bye in the ACC tournament and No. 4 seed if No. 22 Miami wins Wednesday at SMU or Saturday at home against Louisville. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Full Transcript: Bubba Cunningham, Steve Newmark, Rick Steinbacher Discuss Basketball Arena Process

The process continues for UNC, as its administration moves forward in its quest to decide on where the Tar Heels' basketball program will call home in the future. On Monday, Bubba Cunningham, Steve Newmark, and met with media members to discuss where things stand and offer some transparency on the course to this point. (TarHeel247)

No. 1 UNC Women's Lacrosse Visits No. 11 Clemson For Wednesday Tilt

No. 1 UNC Women's Lacrosse hits the road for a midweek tilt at No. 11 Clemson on Wednesday at 6 p.m. (ACCNX). This is the third ranked match-up for the Tar Heels this season, having already defeated then- No. 13 Syracuse and No. 19 JMU. UNC looks to extend its 27-game win streak and defeat the Tigers for the seventh time in as many contests. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Luka Bogavac And UNC Basketball's Senior Night Perfection

Senior Night was an opportunity for UNC Basketball to wrap up the regular season home slate with a perfect record. After recent scoring success, was slowed by Clemson's defense. So had his best game as a Tar Heel to help send the seniors off with a win. (View Video)

Tar Heels in pros: White home debut; injuries to Barnes, Johnson; transitions for Anthony, Ryan

With Roy Williams watching on Saturday, Former UNC guard scored 20 points in his home debut with the Charlotte Hornets during a week when Harrison Barnes’ consecutive games streak ended, got hurt, Drake Powell headed to the G League, Cormac Ryan got a two-way contract, and got waived. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Smith Center evolution discussions continue as 3 top contenders emerge

Three arena options have emerged as top contenders in the evolution of Carolina basketball, senior associate athletic director told and Adam Lucas on the second episode of "The Arena Discussion." Those include renovating the Smith Center or building a new arena at Odum Village or the campus expansion site in Carolina North. (UNC.edu)

Chloe Humphrey Claims National, ACC Women's Lacrosse Player of the Week Honors

University of North Carolina women's lacrosse attacker Chloe Humphrey has been named USA Lacrosse D1 Player of the Week and ACC Offensive Player of the Week, the organizations announced Tuesday. The reigning national player of the year matched her career highs with seven goals and nine points against Florida St. last Friday to earn the accolades. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Baseball Handles Elon, 5-1, In Final Tune Up Before ACC Play

UNC Baseball kept along their winning ways with a 5-1 victory over the visitors Elon on Tuesday at Boshamer Stadium (Highlights). The No. 8 Tar Heels added another notch in the win column in their final game before conference play begins this weekend. Sophomore standout recorded three punchouts, one hit, and no runs in 3 innings. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Carolina Insider - Post-Clemson Reactions & Interviews

Join and Adam Lucas for Carolina Insider postgame reactions as they break down the Tar Heels' 67-63 win over the Clemson Tigers, review game stats and highlights, speak with coach and , and more. (View Video)

North Carolina vs. Clemson Postgame Quotes

on 's commitment to UNC: "What an example, a testament to perseverance and being able to continue and stay through the fight. I really hope that Seth is being celebrated as much as he should. The commitment he's had to this team and to this program and to this university, this is his second home as he said in his speech." (GoHeels.com)

Video: UNC Basketball Players Post-Clemson Locker Room Interviews

North Carolina's Seth Trimble, , , and speak with reporters following the No. 17 Tar Heels' 67-63 Senior Night victory over the Clemson Tigers on Tuesday at the Smith Center. (View Video)

North Carolina vs. Clemson Postgame Notes

Carolina set a single-season record with 18 home wins. UNC went 18-0 in the Smith Center this season, its first undefeated record at home since going 17-0 in 2016-17. Luka Bogavac led UNC with 20 points. grabbed a career-high 10 rebounds. Senior made his first career start. led UNC with four assists. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Podcast - Luka Bogavac, Jarin Stevenson Lead UNC Basketball Past Clemson

Sherrell McMillan and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Basketball's perfect 18-0 home record, the Tar Heels' 67-63 win over Clemson on Senior Night, chances for a double-bye in next week's ACC Tournament, 's and 's big games, and Carolina's upcoming matchup at Duke. (View Video)

Lucas: Modern Family

Absolute number one: The Carolina Family is an essential part of the Tar Heel program. coming back to watch his jersey hang in the rafters, seniors hugging at midcourt. And absolute number two: The Carolina Family must evolve. Tuesday's win over Clemson was a fun reminder of what the family has been...and also where it's going. (GoHeels.com)

Luka Bogavac shoots Tar Heels to emotional senior night win

scored 20 points, including three of his six 3-pointers, during a pivotal second-half run topped off by two huge free throws with 12.2 seconds left. Thanks to his clutch shooting, and the Tar Heels’ defense denying Clemson a late 3-point attempt that could have tied it, they held off Clemson for an emotional 67–63 senior night victory Tuesday. (Tar Heel Tribune)
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Today In UNC History
March 7, 1936
Trailing 42-30 with less than 10 minutes to play, the Tar Heels go on a 20-3 run to defeat Washington & Lee, 50-45, to win the Southern Conference Tournament. The game was called the greatest comeback in the history of Southern basketball. Andy Bershak, who won All-America honors in football, scored the go-ahead basket and led UNC with 15 points.
March 7, 1981
UNC overcomes a 36-32 halftime deficit by shooting 63 percent in the second half and beats Maryland, 61-60, in the ACC championship game. James Worthy leads with 19. Jimmy Black’s steal and lay-up give Carolina the lead for good. Sam Perkins becomes the second freshman to earn ACC Tournament MVP honors.
March 7, 1982
Leading 44-43 with 7:34 to play, Carolina spreads the floor and beats the Cavaliers, 47-45, for the ACC championship. Matt Doherty makes three of four free throws in the final 28 seconds to secure the win and the ACC title. James Worthy leads UNC with 16 points.
March 7, 2018
Legendary "Voice of the Tar Heels" Woody Durham passes away at the age of 76. Later that evening, Durham's son Wes Durham calls the game to honor his father in UNC's 78-59 win over Syracuse in the second round of the ACC Tournament in Brooklyn.
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