UNC to debut 1982-inspired Nike uniform on Saturday

Posted Feb 21, 2014
Inspired by one of the most celebrated moments in UNC basketball history, the Nike Hyper Elite Dominance uniform pays tribute to the 1982 NCAA championship game when Michael Jordan hit a jumper from the wing with only 17 seconds remaining to put UNC on top 63-62, sealing the championship. The uniform features the iconic Tar Heel logo and color-blocking worn by the 1982 team. (Nike)

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