What Happened: Who’s to Blame for Stalling the 1982 ACC Championship Game?

Posted Jul 4, 2025
The most controversial moment in coach Dean Smith's career at UNC came during a game he won. The 1982 ACC Tournament final changed college basketball, not only because of the four-corners offense the Tar Heels used the final 13 minutes, but because of its juxtaposition to the first 27 minutes, as thrilling and dynamic as any in ACC history. (Inside Carolina)

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