Ian Jackson Questions UNC vs. NC State Basketball Rivalry: 'It's a rivalry?'

Posted Jan 8, 2025
Tar Heel freshman guard Ian Jackson seemed to enjoy poking a little fun at what is essentially the third-wheel basketball rival in the Triangle. "Who?" Jackson remarked with a grin on his face when asked his thoughts on the battle between the Tar Heels (10-6, 3-1 ACC standings) and Wolfpack (9-6, 2-2 ACC) in Raleigh at 4 p.m. Saturday. "It's a rivalry?" (Sports Illustrated)

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