By every measure, UNC has been better defensively in the NCAA Tournament than in the 24 wins it accumulated before taking on Marquette in the first round two weeks ago. The trend began following a surprising home loss to Pittsburgh. In the big dance, UNC’s foes have converted just 36 percent from the floor, including only 26 percent from the perimeter. (Tar Heel Illustrated) UNC's Flight To Final Four Endures Bad Weather, Long Holding Pattern
The North Carolina men's basketball team took a bit longer than expected to arrive in New Orleans on Wednesday, but the Tar Heels eventually landed.