Chansky’s Notebook: ’09 Was Better

Posted Apr 10, 2024
Let’s compare UConn to the 2009 Tar Heels, shall we? Connecticut broke UNC's record for average margin of victory in six NCAA tournament games, beating their opponents by an average of 23-plus points per game. In 2009, UNC won six games by an average of 20-plus points. BUT, Roy Williams’ second national champions were better than Danny Hurley’s. (Chapelboro.com)

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