Tar Heels

General Information

Conference: Atlantic Coast Conference

NCAA Division: Division I

City: Chapel Hill, NC

Stadium: Dean Smith Center

Championships

• National Championships: 6
• Conference Titles: 26
• NCAA Tournaments: 1941, 1946, 1957, 1959, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1972, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022

Past Conferences:

• Southern
• Independent

North Carolina Tar Heels Standings & Analysis

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All-Time North Carolina Tar Heels Stats & Records

Points Scored

⦁ Tyler Hansbrough: 2,872
⦁ Phil Ford: 2,290
⦁ Sam Perkins: 2,145

Rebounds

⦁ Tyler Hansbrough: 1,219
⦁ Sam Perkins: 1,167
⦁ George Lynch: 1,097

Assists

⦁ Ed Cota: 1,030
⦁ Kenny Smith: 768
⦁ Phil Ford: 753

Wins

⦁ Dean Smith: 879
⦁ Roy Williams: 485
⦁ Frank McGuire: 164

Overview of the North Carolina Tar Heels Standings

Last-Season Standings

The North Carolina Tar Heels had a rollercoaster season in 2021-2022, finishing with a record of 19-11 overall and 9-7 in the ACC. Despite some inconsistency, they managed to secure a spot in the NCAA tournament, where they faced off against the Wisconsin Badgers in the first round. It was a closely-contested game, but the Tar Heels ultimately fell short, losing 85-62 and ending their season.

Throughout the season, the North Carolina Tar Heels’ standings in the ACC were a reflection of their up-and-down performances. They had some impressive wins, including victories over highly ranked opponents like Duke and Michigan, but also suffered some surprising losses to teams like Miami and Boston College. Despite these setbacks, the Tar Heels were able to finish in fifth place in the conference standings and earn a first-round bye in the ACC tournament.

One of the keys to the North Carolina Tar Heels’ success this season was their strong offense. Led by standout freshman guard Caleb Love, they averaged over 75 points per game and had several players who could score in double figures on any given night. However, their defense was often a liability, and they struggled to contain some of the top offenses in the ACC.

Looking ahead to next season, the North Carolina Tar Heels will need to build on the positives from this year while addressing their weaknesses. They will lose several key players to graduation, including forward Armando Bacot and guard Kerwin Walton, but will also welcome a highly rated recruiting class. With some adjustments and improvements, they have the potential to climb even higher in the ACC standings and make a deeper run in the NCAA tournament.

Before Betting on North Carolina Tar Heels, Check Out These Tips:

Monitor the NCAAB Team’s Injury Report

It’s crucial to check for injuries to key players, as they can have a significant impact on the team’s performance. If a star player is out or playing with an injury, it can significantly affect the team’s ability to win.

Monitor the Latest Basketball Trends and Statistics

Look at the Tar Heels’ offensive and defensive stats, such as points scored, rebounds, assists, turnovers, and blocks. You can also compare their stats to their opponents to gain a better understanding of their strengths and weaknesses.

Look at College Basketball Betting Trends and Odds

Consider the betting line and shop around for the best odds. Be cautious of the point spread and don’t be afraid to take the underdog if the line seems inflated. It’s also essential to manage your bankroll and never bet more than you can afford to lose.

Consider the NCAA Team’s Overall Talent Level

Examine the Tar Heels’ upcoming opponents and consider their strengths and weaknesses. This will give you a better idea of how the game could go and what to expect from the Tar Heels.

North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball History

Basketball greatness came early in Chapel Hill, as the Tar Heels were a powerhouse in the old Southern Conference for decades before becoming part of the ACC as a charter member in 1953-54.

They were in some mediocre years at that time, but head coach Frank McGuire changed that in a hurry, elevating the team to a co-ACC regular season crown in 1955-56, which set up a year for the ages.

The 1956-57 team, led by Lennie Rosenbluth, whose career 26.9 points per game is still the best in UNC history, won all 31 games it played, including the last two in the NCAA Tournament in triple overtime. The thrilling championship game win over Wilt Chamberlain and the Kansas Jayhawks is considered one of the greatest contests in basketball history.

McGuire’s run would end soon thereafter, as he was forced out in 1961 after the team was placed on probation for recruitment improprieties. Assistant coach Dean Smith was picked to succeed McGuire, and he’d create a powerhouse that lasted for the duration of his nearly four decades on the sidelines.

Three Straight Final Four Appearances

Smith’s teams took a few years to start winning but there were three straight Final Four appearances near the end of the 1960s, including a title game loss to UCLA in 1968.

Great players defined the Dean Smith era as he continuously plucked talent from the high school ranks. Charlie Scott, George Karl, Bob McAdoo, Bobby Jones and Mitch Kupchak were part of some early Smith teams that stood out. Soon, along came Walter Davis and Phil Ford, who still ranks second all-time in scoring at North Carolina.

Then, as the 1970s were coming to an end, Smith began to assemble some of the best talent the game has ever seen. The 1980-81 team, featuring James Worthy and Sam Perkins, lost in the NCAA championship. They then added a skinny guard named Michael Jordan to the mix next season and the freshman was the hero of Smith’s first title run, nailing a jumper from the wing late in a 63-62 win over Georgetown. Jordan would go on to do some other great things, too.

Smith wouldn’t make another Final Four until 1991, a team that provided the foundation for another national crown two seasons later. With five future NBAers on the roster, that 1993 Tar Heels squad knocked off two No. 2 seeds and top-seeded Michigan in the NCAA Tournament, claiming the crown after Chris Webber’s ill-advised timeout call helped seal it.

Soon thereafter, some of the more athletic teams in Smith’s tenure began to take hold. The 1996-97 edition, with Antawn Jamison and Vince Carter, was another Final Four entrant in Smith’s final season. Longtime assistant Bill Guthridge took over when Smith retired and they made it to the national semifinals again the following season, only to lose to Utah.

Guthridge only lasted three seasons before Matt Doherty, a player under Smith, had a rocky three-year stint on the bench. He was replaced by Roy Williams, a one-time Smith assistant who enjoyed great success at Kansas.

Another National Crown With Williams

Just two seasons into his tenure, in 2004-05, Williams took a loaded roster to another national crown, finishing a remarkable 33-4 campaign. North Carolina Tar Heels team stats showed five players – each of whom would play in the NBA – all averaging between 11.3 and 17.5 points in an exceptionally talented and balanced attack.

Williams won two more NCAA championships, giving him one more than his mentor, over the next 12 years and retired after the 2020-21 season with 903 career wins, more than half of them coming at North Carolina. His final two seasons saw the Tar Heels go 32-30 with just one NCAA Tournament appearance.

There was much debate about who would replace Williams and keep the program’s history of premier coaches intact. The nod went to former Tar Heels guard and longtime assistant, Hubert Davis, who brought the program right back to the top with a phenomenal run to the national title game.

North Carolina was unranked most of the year and opened 4-3 in ACC play before winning 11 of its final 13 games, enough to earn a No. 8 seed in the NCAA Tournament. After rolling over first-round opponent Marquette, the Tar Heels knocked off top-seeded and defending champ Baylor in an overtime classic to reach the Sweet 16. They later defeated Duke in the Final Four.

Kansas topped North Carolina in the championship, but Davis will have a loaded team in 2022-23 that should top the NCAAB odds sheet for preseason title contenders.

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