Former UNC Players Cam Johnson, Justin Jackson Reach NBA Finals

Posted Jul 5, 2021
The 2021 NBA Finals begin in Phoenix on Tuesday, July 6 at 9 p.m. ET on ABC. The Milwaukee Bucks vs. the Phoenix Suns. It also includes former UNC basketball players Cameron Johnson and Justin Jackson. Whichever team wins, a Tar Heel will walk away with a ring. Either Johnson or Jackson will be the 18th former UNC player to win a NBA championship. (Inside Carolina)

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