Lucas: Rapid Reactions - UNC vs. Kansas In The National Championship

Posted Apr 4, 2022
A valiant effort fell short in North Carolina's 72-69 loss to Kansas in the national title game. Major offensive struggles doomed the Tar Heels in the second half, combined with an inability to get back-to-back stops. That combination erased a 15-point halftime lead in nine minutes. Puff Johnson has given Carolina some huge minutes in the NCAA Tournament. (GoHeels.com)

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