Lucas: UNC Basketball Mailbag

Posted Feb 16, 2010
"I just read your article on last night's celebration in the Smith Center. Please thank all those people who cheered for me last night as they warmed my heart here in Texas. I really wish I could have been a part of this weekend's festivities celebrating 100 years of the best basketball in the country. I am proud to be a small part of it! Matt" Yes, the Matt in question is Matt Doherty. Just goes to show you that Tar Heels are Tar Heels, no matter where they might be physically located. (Tar Heel Blue)

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