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Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball.

Video: IC Podcast - How Jackson Watkins Lived UNC Basketball Walk-On Dream

For decades, kids have dreamed of wearing the Carolina uniform every time they pick up a basketball. Jackson Watkins lived that dream. As a student who made the UNC JV squad and eventually walked on to the Varsity roster, Watkins' ride gave him rivalry wins, a Final Four, and other experiences most couldn't imagine. (View Video)

North Carolina vs. Michigan State basketball telecast draws record ratings

The No. 16 Tar Heels were part of history on Thanksgiving Day. North Carolina's matchup with Michigan State in the Fort Myers Tip-Off was the most-watched college basketball game in Fox Network history. The Spartans’ 74–58 victory averaged 5.49 million viewers and peaked at 13.41 million from 4:30 to 4:45 p.m., setting a network record. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Chansky’s Notebook: Lessons Learned

Against Michigan State, Hubert Davis said the Tar Heels "got some good looks that didn’t go in," but despite scoring a team high 18 points freshman Caleb Wilson lost some of his normal joie de vivre while not having the same success on one-on-one moves he did with several first half dunks. UNC now knows what they have to work on before facing Kentucky. (Chapelboro.com)

North Carolina’s Fire Matched and Doused By Michigan State in Fort Myers

Lob dunks, transition opportunities, points in the paint and ownership of the boards all have made up North Carolina’s brand of basketball this season, but for the first time, the Tar Heels’ opponent out-did them in all of those categories. Michigan State’s physicality and athleticism weren't unexpected, but when taking the court, the scout became reality. (Inside Carolina)

Harrison Barnes spread some holiday spirit in the community

San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes was seen at an Eastside H-E-B surprising customers with $200 gift cards. He didn’t stop there as he took a trip to the Northside to continue spreading cheer. Barnes and his wife Brittany purchased $40,000 in H-E-B gift cards to donate to families. In addition, they personally paid bills for others patrons in line. (Pounding the Rock)

Video: Big Hitters Podcast - UNC vs. Michigan State Reactions, Future of UNC Football

Breakdown and reaction to UNC Basketball’s 74-58 loss to Michigan State on Thanksgiving Day with David Ray Allen (00:18) followed by a deep dive into the future of Carolina football and Bill Belichick with WRAL’s Brian Murphy (34:30). (View Video)

Michigan State exposes UNC Basketball’s backup center, depth issues

Depth at the backup center position, concerns when No. 16 North Carolina won its first six games, became more glaring against one of the best teams in the country. No. 11 Michigan State, with its interior size and deep bench, showed in its 74-58 victory Thursday that the Tar Heels’ solid, cohesive starting five alone won’t be enough against elite teams. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Lucas: Two Much

UNC, the top-ranked two-point defensive field goal percentage team in the country entering the game, was smothering Michigan State to 6-for-17 from two-point range. Then everything changed. Henri Veesaar picked up his second foul with 7:13 in the half and went to the bench for the remainder of the half. With 2:37 left, the same fate befell Caleb Wilson. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Postgame Podcast - UNC Pushed, Beaten by Michigan State

In classic Big Ten style, Michigan State pushed around North Carolina physically, winning 74-58 on Thanksgiving. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington, Tommy Ashley and former Tar Heel guard Dewey Burke break down UNC's loss and the issues exposed for Hubert Davis’ team against the Spartans. (View Video)

With ‘Jordan Rules’ applied to Caleb Wilson, Spartans’ physical play too much for Tar Heels

When outside shots failed No. 16 North Carolina, the Tar Heels fell out of their comfort zone, and No. 11 Michigan State pounced. With the Spartans collapsing to shut off driving lanes and the Tar Heels’ ball movement not as good, Michigan State took control. The Spartans were more physical and used a late 9-0 run for a 74-58 victory on Thursday. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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