Battle of the Blues

Overview

Greatest rivalry in college basketball. 10 miles apart on Tobacco Road. Combined: 14 national titles, 66 Final Fours.

Began 1920. Intensified 1980s-90s with Coach K and Roy Williams.

Impact & Significance

National championship implications. Prime-time broadcast every meeting.

Notable Moments

• •Michael Jordan's final home game (1984)
• •Austin Rivers's buzzer-beater (2012)
• •Tyler Hansbrough's bloody nose from Gerald Henderson (2007)
• •UNC's comeback scoring 8 points in final 17 seconds (1974)
• •Coach K vs. Roy Williams sideline battles (2000-2019)

Legendary Players

Michael Jordan, Dean Smith, Coach K, Roy Williams, Vince Carter, Tyler Hansbrough, Kyrie Irving, Joel Embiid

Traditions & Culture

Cameron Indoor Stadium's hostile environment, Dean Dome culture, ACC Tournament

Recruiting Impact

Both recruit nationally. Tobacco Road talent pipeline.