An Homage to Tar Heel legend Joel Berry II

Posted Sep 9, 2021
"Tough little nut," "Junkyard Dog" "Mr. Basketball," "Final Four Most Outstanding Player" — these are a few of the titles that describe Joel Berry II and encompass his outstanding playing career. Most Tar Heel fans will remember him best for his 20 and 22-point performances in back-to-back NCAA title games, the first player since Bill Walton to do so. (Keeping It Heel)

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