How Roy Williams trash talks with his Wolfpack buddies

Posted Jan 26, 2018
Roy Williams prefers his trash talk to be understated with a hint of subtlety. When the North Carolina coach wants to talk trash to his friends, who are N.C. State fans, he calls them. (Yes, people still actually use the phone to make calls). But he doesn’t brag about his incredible record or a specific win (although last year’s 107-56 beatdown of the Wolfpack might come up). (Charlotte Observer)

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