Ranking the five biggest moments in Smith Center history

Posted Feb 5, 2026
Amid conversations about the future of the Smith Center, what remains true is the rich history of the arena. Some of the biggest moments in UNC basketball history have occurred there. Here is a ranking of the top five games in the Smith Center. 5. The first game in the new arena was a rivalry matchup between the No. 1 Tar Heels and No. 3 Duke. (Daily Tar Heel)

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