North Carolina vs. Duke Basketball Preview

Posted Mar 5, 2021
The Tar Heels’ victory over the Seminoles seemingly solidified their NCAA Tournament at-large bid, but a loss to the Blue Devils on Saturday would place greater importance on Greensboro to feel confident on Selection Sunday. For Duke, it needs a win to step into the ranks of the Last Four In. A loss Saturday essentially knocks Duke out of the tournament. (Inside Carolina)

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