Michael Jordan’s first game with UNC basketball was vs Kansas. Here's a trip back in time Posted Nov 7, 2025 The last time UNC basketball played Kansas in North Carolina, Michael Jordan was known as Mike Jordan. Nearly 44 years ago, Jordan was introduced to the nation for the first time as a Tar Heel ahead of the 1981-82 season opener vs. Kansas at Charlotte Coliseum. No. 1 UNC opened with a 74-67 victory against the Jayhawks. Watch the highlights. (Yahoo! Sports)