Its toughness doubted, UNC showed mettle versus Kentucky

Posted Dec 7, 2011
There was legitimate concern about North Carolina's toughness. Tar Heels coach Roy Williams admitted he wanted his team to be tougher. That's why Saturday's showing at Rupp Arena, in maybe the most hostile setting in college basketball, against the top-ranked Wildcats was critical. These guys were in a 9-3 hole right out of the gate, but battled back, controlled most of the game and had a chance to win on the final possession. (CBS Sports)

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