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Dean Smith Basketball News & Bio


Name:Dean Smith
Hometown:Emporia, KS
High School:Emporia
Born:February 28, 1931
Died:February 7, 2015
Notes:Basketball Hall of Fame, 4x NCAA Coach of the Year, 1982 NCAA Championship coach, 879 wins
Dean Smith

Carolina Way Friday: Championship Edition
"Play Hard, Play Smart, Play Together." That was Dean Smith’s coaching philosophy and what Tar Heel basketball represents to so many people. Each Friday, we’ll...

“It was Coach Smith's call” - Michael Jordan on what convinced him to declare for the NBA Draft
When Michael Jordan concluded his junior year at UNC, he had a choice on whether to take his talents to the NBA or spend his...

George Karl: Jordan is the GOAT
When it comes to the greatest player of all time, UNC alum George Karl thinks there is no discussion. Michael Jordan stands alone. As a...

Carolina Insider Podcast: Pete Chilcutt Interview and 1990 UNC vs. Oklahoma Game Re-Watch
Friday's Carolina Insider podcast with Jones Angell and Adam Lucas is a special edition featuring former Tar Heel forward Pete Chilcutt (1987-91). Chilcutt discusses his...

Carolina Way Friday: Volume 4
"Play Hard, Play Smart, Play Together." That was Dean Smith’s coaching philosophy and while "The Carolina Way" extends beyond the court, that mantra is a...

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