Slideshow: Greatest moments in the North Carolina-Duke rivalry

Posted Feb 20, 2019
1984: Jordan's last home game - This contest was the last home game for Tar Heels Michael Jordan, Sam Perkins, and Matt Doherty. Down two late, Doherty hit a jumper to tie the game with a second left. The two teams played to a standstill in overtime, but Jordan and Perkins dominated in the second overtime period, leading to UNC winning the game, 96-83. (MSN.com)

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