Who is the last person to hold Michael Jordan to fewer than 20 points a game? The answer: Dean Smith. Get it? But is this really the case? Jordan averaged 17.7 points per game during his three years (1982-84) at UNC. Usually, those who quote this line go on to point out Jordan properly learned the game under Smith, setting the foundation for his NBA success. (Inside Carolina)
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Chansky’s Notebook: Here They Come!
UNC's 2023-24 men's basketball roster is signed, sealed and delivered.